Network Engineer II

Description

About Lockstep

Lockstep Technology Group is a leading IT solutions provider focused on digital transformation, cloud architecture, security & emerging solutions. Our mission is to empower Technology teams to be strategic enablers in their organizations. We eliminate the distractions and complexity of infrastructure, security, and access.  We believe today’s technology leaders are co-creators of tomorrow’s strategies, in a world that requires technology to optimize outcomes while evolving in real-time through the adoption of new tools.  Lockstep fosters innovation by also empowering employees in an environment where the core values of honesty, commitment, trust, and respect create a high-performing, cohesive team

What we offer

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) Plan with a company match
• Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance
• Flexible PTO
• 7 company-paid holidays and 1 floating holiday
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What you’ll own

• Collaborating with network architects to design and implement functional company networks. 
• Installing and configuring networking hardware. 
• Creating and implementing network security measures. 
• Managing and mentoring junior Network Engineering staff. 
• Delegating networking maintenance tasks to junior staff. 
• Dealing with escalated network support issues. 
• Anticipating potential issues or bottlenecks and identifying possible solutions.

Requirements

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or 5-10 years of related field experience. 
• Cisco Certified Network Professional certification or equivalent 
• Strong understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols. 
• Familiarity with network hardware such as routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers. 
• Experience with network monitoring tools such as Wireshark, SNMP, and NetFlow. 
• Understanding of network security concepts including firewalls, VPN, and access control. 
• Knowledge of virtualization technologies such as VMware and Hyper-V. 
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. 
• Strong communication and collaboration skills. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What to expect

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to focus. Occasionally will have to work in outside weather conditions. May also be required to use specialized equipment, machines, and drive a loading truck. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.  

Travel: Up to 70% required

Equal Opportunity EmployerLockstep Technology Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.