Senior Network Engineer

Job Description

We are at the forefront of transforming the future of technology in the financial industry, and we seek curious, practical individuals to help us pave the way.

Our team is not intimidated by taking calculated risks, as they relish a good challenge and are eager to engage in problem-solving.

As a member of our team, you will work alongside like-minded experts in a culture that is deeply rooted in innovation and progression.

Join us to be part of a transformative journey that can shape the industry's future.

What we need :

Cetera Financial Group is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support Infrastructure environment deploying and supporting large enterprise network environments (wired and wireless).

They will manage all aspects of complex design, configuration, and implementation, troubleshooting and supporting data, voice and video in converged and non-converged configurations to ensure high availability for the corporate business units.

Candidates should be able to handle multiple projects, tasks and responsibilities. The candidate should also possess good problem determination and resolution skills.

This position will perform overall network engineering, analysis, configuration, security scans, and performance management.

The Senior Network Engineer will have the flexibility to work remotely from one our our offices : Dallas TX, San Diego, CA, El Segundo, CA Shamburg IL, Denver, CO, Dubuque, IA and ST. Cloud, MN.

What you will do :

• In conjunction with the Manager and Principal Engineers, develop networking technology standards and infrastructure requirements.
• Provide technical expertise and project management for wide & local area networking, security infrastructure, business continuity, and VoIP based systems.
• Supports and maintains local & wide area data networking, security appliances, monitoring tools, business continuity, and VoIP telephony systems
• Provide operational, technical, and analytical support for network infrastructure
• Architect, Implement and support Prisma SD-WAN across the enterprise.
• Support a WAN environment consisting of MPLS, VPN technologies with a Virtual Cloud environment.
• Maintain network monitoring and conduct capacity planning.
• Configure and Administer Cisco switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers, access points.
• Vendor management for hardware, software and WAN circuits.
• Collaborate with on shore and offshore users including multiple time zones across US.
• Support network connectivity for internal and external users.
• Prepare and maintain procedures, standards, and necessary documentation.
• Provide customer satisfaction to both internal and external customers and strive to continuously improve service delivery.
• Review and implement changes on the network, following Change management process.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Improve and introduce best practice procedures, standards and policies.
• Ability to work after hours, nights, weekends and provide emergency response support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year when required.
• Perform all other responsibilities and duties deemed necessary.

What you need to have :

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of relevant experience in data networking and network security.
• AWS / Azure certificates preferred
• Experience in the areas of Cisco IP routing and switching, WAN, Load balancers, AWS / Azure Cloud Networking, WIFI, ISE, Firewalls, Load balancers, Security, Compliance, and disaster recovery solutions.
• AWS / Azure operational experience preferred, Palo Alto Prisma SD-WAN, IP Networking, TCP / IP, BGP, OSPF, VPN, EIGRP, WLAN, ACS, IPS, IDS, SolarWinds, WhatsUpGold, Netscaler, AD, DNS, DHCP,
• Key Hardware Knowledge :
• Nexus series switches NX-OS, Catalyst series switches CAT-OS. Cisco Routing and Switching IOS. Palo Alto NGFW, Meraki MX Firewalls, MR Access points and MS switches, Static / Dynamic / Policy based NAT, Cisco ISE, Load-Balancer.

Authentication - 802.1x, Radius, LDAP.

Capacity to :

• Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Conduct research into a wide range of networking issues as required.
• Absorb and retain information quickly.
• Present ideas in user-friendly language.
• Proven project management experience.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport building, listening, and questioning skills.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Exceptional customer service orientation.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Highly self-motivated and directed along with a keen attention to detail
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities

Our top performers share the following traits :

• Adaptable to change in a fast-paced environment
• Courteous and empathetic to client concerns
• Superior listening skills
• Positive role model to colleagues
• Team player attitude
• Energetic and results-oriented

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $100,000 - $150,000 plus competitive performance-based bonus. Compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific office location.

Compensation ranges may differ in differing locations due to cost of labor considerations.

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About Us

What we give you in return :

Not many teams can say that they support people's dreams coming to life... We happen to do that every day. And as important as we know your career is, we recognize that there's a whole lot more to life.

To ensure that our Employees can make the most of their time outside of working hours, we offer a competitive salary and for full-time roles, a benefits package including :

• Inclusive health, dental, vision and life insurance plans built to support diverse lifestyles, offer preventative care, and protect against hardship.
• Easy access to mental health benefits to meet our team members and their families where they are.
• 20+ days of paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, 1 paid wellness day and 1 days of paid volunteer time off (VTO) to give our employees the time they need to stay close with their loved ones, recharge, and give back to their communities.
• 401(k) Savings plan with a generous company contribution (up to 5%), and access to a financial professional to offer our employees the opportunity to plan-ahead for a strong financial future well beyond their working years.
• Paid parental leave to support all team members with birth, adoption, and foster.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options to help you save money on healthcare, daycare, commuting, and more.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), LifeLock, Pet Insurance and more.

About Cetera Financial Group :

Cetera Financial Group® ("Cetera") is a leading network of independent retail broker-dealers empowering the delivery of objective financial advice to individuals, families and company retirement plans across the country through trusted financial advisors and financial institutions.

Cetera is an independent financial advisor network and a leading provider of retail services to the investment programs of banks and credit unions.

Through its multiple distinct firms, Cetera offers independent and institutions-based advisors the benefits of a large, established broker-dealer and registered investment adviser, while serving advisors and institutions in a way that is customized to their needs and aspirations.

Advisor support resources offered through Cetera include award-winning wealth management and advisory platforms, comprehensive broker-dealer and registered investment adviser services, practice management support and innovative technology.

Cetera Financial Group" refers to the network of retail independent broker-dealers encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors, Cetera Advisor Networks, Cetera Financial Institutions, Cetera Financial Specialists, and First Allied Securities.

Cetera Financial Group is committed to providing an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. For us, this is the only acceptable way to do business.

Accordingly, all employment decisions at the Cetera Financial Group, including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, and placement, will be made without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, physical and / or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic characteristics, religion, religious dress and / or grooming, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, U.

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