Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD)
Senior Infrastructure Administration Engineer
Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD), Newark, New Jersey, us, 07175
* Assist in the setup, configuration, and troubleshooting of Cisco routers, switches, wireless controllers, and firewalls.* Support the automation of routine network tasks using simple scripts (Python, Shell, or similar).* Provide services to software development teams to help them consume infrastructure solutions.* Collaborate with team members to understand system requirements and deliver robust solutions.* Document solutions and processes to support the adoption of developed solutions.* Learn and apply network fundamentals, including TCP/IP, OSI Model, and common communication protocols.* Participate in troubleshooting and resolving network issues using established design principles.* CCNA certification or equivalent knowledge in Cisco networking infrastructure* Experience with Cisco routers, switches, wireless controllers, and firewalls* Basic programming experience (Python, Shell, or similar) for network automation tasks* Understanding of network design principles and troubleshooting techniques* Willingness to learn new skills and technologies on an ongoing* Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills* Experience and/or expertise with several of the following:
+ Programming Languages: Python, Perl, Shell/Power scripting, Groovy, Modern languages
+ Cisco Infrastructure:
+ Cisco Routers, Switches, Wireless Controllers, and Firewalls.
+ Cisco IOS
+ Network design principles
+ Frameworks: CloudFormation
+ Infrastructure fundamentals
+ Linux / UNIX Operating Systems: File Permissions, Network Configuration, Services, Process Manipulation
+ Database Fundamentals: Schemas, Tables, Permissions, SQL
+ Networking, TCP/IP and other common Communication Protocols: OSI Model, 3 Way Handshake, Stateful vs Stateless, Firewalls, Routers, Switches, Wireless controllers.
+ Application Programming Interfaces (API): Consumption & Development
+ Test/Quality capabilities & methodologies (functional & nonfunctional) and associated tooling including quality automation.
+ Infrastructure & Cloud Security best practices including DevSecOps
+ Dev Ops Tools & Practices: awareness, understanding of DevOps automation tools, practices & capabilities (continuous integration & continuous delivery)
+ Operationalization & Monitoring; ITIL, Change, Incident, Problem Management, Industry standard tooling
+ Understands the impact of the change in the environment on the platform, executed via manual/automated testing
+ Cloud Computing: Understanding and knowledge (of 1 or more): AWS, Azure or GCP
+ Cloud service consumption
+ Disaster Recovery and High Availability* Thorough understanding of network troubleshooting and design principles such as spanning-tree, Virtual Trunking Protocol, and broadcast domains.* Experience programming in Python to manage Cisco infrastructure.* Current experience as an Infrastructure developer focused on network infrastructure.- **Required Qualifications**
* Background in Network Engineering with Cisco infrastructure
+ LAN/WAN/Wireless/Authentication/Firewalls
+ Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, FTD, ASA
+ Administration of ISE AAA
+ Spine/leaf and hierarchal network design- **Preferred Qualifications**
* Experience with Cisco IOS / NX-OS.
* Experience with Cisco Routers, Switches, Access Points and other appliances.
* Experience with Cisco Firepower.
* Proficiency programming in Perl and Python.
* Financial/Insurance industry experience is a plus, not a must.**Work/Life Resources** to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
**Education Benefit** to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week. Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a global financial services leader and premier active global investment manager with approximately $1.4 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023, has operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Prudential’s diverse and talented employees help make lives better and create financial opportunity for more people by expanding access to investing, insurance, and retirement security. Prudential’s iconic Rock symbol has stood for strength, stability, expertise and innovation for 150 years. For more information please visit news.prudential.com.**Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace**Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.PGIM, the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), is a global investment manager with US $1.3 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023. With offices in 18 countries, PGIM’s businesses offer a range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors around the world across a broad range of asset classes, including public fixed income, private fixed income, fundamental equity, quantitative equity, real estate, and alternatives. For more information about PGIM, visit pgim.com.Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI) of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom, or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom. For more information please visit news.prudential.com.PGIM Inc. (PGIM) is the principal asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI), a company incorporated and with its principal place of business in the United States. PFI of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom.**Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace**Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential. #J-18808-Ljbffr
+ Programming Languages: Python, Perl, Shell/Power scripting, Groovy, Modern languages
+ Cisco Infrastructure:
+ Cisco Routers, Switches, Wireless Controllers, and Firewalls.
+ Cisco IOS
+ Network design principles
+ Frameworks: CloudFormation
+ Infrastructure fundamentals
+ Linux / UNIX Operating Systems: File Permissions, Network Configuration, Services, Process Manipulation
+ Database Fundamentals: Schemas, Tables, Permissions, SQL
+ Networking, TCP/IP and other common Communication Protocols: OSI Model, 3 Way Handshake, Stateful vs Stateless, Firewalls, Routers, Switches, Wireless controllers.
+ Application Programming Interfaces (API): Consumption & Development
+ Test/Quality capabilities & methodologies (functional & nonfunctional) and associated tooling including quality automation.
+ Infrastructure & Cloud Security best practices including DevSecOps
+ Dev Ops Tools & Practices: awareness, understanding of DevOps automation tools, practices & capabilities (continuous integration & continuous delivery)
+ Operationalization & Monitoring; ITIL, Change, Incident, Problem Management, Industry standard tooling
+ Understands the impact of the change in the environment on the platform, executed via manual/automated testing
+ Cloud Computing: Understanding and knowledge (of 1 or more): AWS, Azure or GCP
+ Cloud service consumption
+ Disaster Recovery and High Availability* Thorough understanding of network troubleshooting and design principles such as spanning-tree, Virtual Trunking Protocol, and broadcast domains.* Experience programming in Python to manage Cisco infrastructure.* Current experience as an Infrastructure developer focused on network infrastructure.- **Required Qualifications**
* Background in Network Engineering with Cisco infrastructure
+ LAN/WAN/Wireless/Authentication/Firewalls
+ Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, FTD, ASA
+ Administration of ISE AAA
+ Spine/leaf and hierarchal network design- **Preferred Qualifications**
* Experience with Cisco IOS / NX-OS.
* Experience with Cisco Routers, Switches, Access Points and other appliances.
* Experience with Cisco Firepower.
* Proficiency programming in Perl and Python.
* Financial/Insurance industry experience is a plus, not a must.**Work/Life Resources** to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
**Education Benefit** to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week. Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a global financial services leader and premier active global investment manager with approximately $1.4 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023, has operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Prudential’s diverse and talented employees help make lives better and create financial opportunity for more people by expanding access to investing, insurance, and retirement security. Prudential’s iconic Rock symbol has stood for strength, stability, expertise and innovation for 150 years. For more information please visit news.prudential.com.**Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace**Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.PGIM, the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), is a global investment manager with US $1.3 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023. With offices in 18 countries, PGIM’s businesses offer a range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors around the world across a broad range of asset classes, including public fixed income, private fixed income, fundamental equity, quantitative equity, real estate, and alternatives. For more information about PGIM, visit pgim.com.Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI) of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom, or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom. For more information please visit news.prudential.com.PGIM Inc. (PGIM) is the principal asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI), a company incorporated and with its principal place of business in the United States. PFI of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom.**Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace**Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential. #J-18808-Ljbffr