Tasks
The Network Engineer/Architect implements, maintains standards and procedures to protect the integrity and availability of information systems data network. The position is responsible for 3rd level operational network support, including the implementation of both hardware and operating systems per the client’s network policy. They provide a timely response to approved business unit, developer, and administrator community requests for assistance including project support. The position requires participation in a 24-hour on-call support for scheduled changes, and to resolve data network problems/issues. In addition to verifying organizational compliance with established policies and procedures, this person will be responsible for the health and daily monitoring of data network equipment, these may include Ethernet switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers, domain name servers, virtual private network appliances and network monitoring tools.
Responsibilities
Oversee the design and development of 55+ sites and the Data Center network.
- Advances functionality within the network automation, simulation, and automated validation solutions (Ansible / NetMiko / Terraform / Python / Cisco CML / GNS3 etc)
- Ensures the lifecycle of network infrastructure is maintained and optimized.This starts with determining the design, collecting requirements, and proposing a solution and continues to ensure that regular operational tasks like patching are done leveraging best methods like automation, culminating with ensuring the hardware is replaced through a managed end of life process.
- Drives a continuous improvement process to identify opportunities to eliminate waste and improve processes
- Informs management of critical issues that may affect clients or the infrastructure and provides recommendations for mitigation.
- Works with network product vendors and other Enterprise Architects and Network Team Leads to implement network improvements, and new data network products and technology.
- Involved in a wide range of issues including electronic data traffic, network security, domain name servers, network load balancing, virtual private networks, local area networks, wireless local area networks and firewalls.
- Analyze and understand the organization's environment and architecture, proposing solutions to meet customer requirements
- Audit third-party providers for compliance with network support and implementation policies as needed.
- Maintains required documentation for all data network activities.
- Analyzes complex network issues within prescribed service levels.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent real-life experience in Data Networking
Experience:
- Understanding of core networking processes and access control
- Cisco CCNP (Routing and Switching or Datacenter) and experience with Cisco Networks
- WAN Technologies (MPLS), Routing Protocols (BGP and OSPF) and supporting technologies (like BFD)
- Cisco CCIE – Enterprise Infrastructure (Desired)
- 7 plus years of network engineering and/or network architecture
Experience with each of the following preferred:
Network Automation Experience, Ansible / Python / GNS3, Cisco ACI / Cisco DNA, Cisco LAN, ISE, Wireless LAN & WAN technologies, Broad experience in full stack support environment, able to troubleshoot problems affecting a variety of operating systems both server and workstation
Experience with any of the following desired:
- Palo Alto, FortiNet, Cisco ASA & FirePower firewalls
- Arista & Cisco Ethernet Switches
- Cisco & Juniper Routers
- Infoblox IPAM & DHCP
- Demonstrable hands-on knowledge of Cisco Networks, including Switches, Routers, Wireless, ISE
- Hands on knowledge of F5 Networks, Load balancer (LTM, GTM, Vipron).
- Hands on knowledge of WAN Optimization & SDWAN.
- Hands on knowledge of Infoblox, including Domain Name Server/ DHCP/ IPAM.
- Linux experience
- Hands on knowledge of NetScout and Wireshark to capture and interpret TCP/IP packets to identify problems in the network environment.
Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with MHP Americas, Inc. (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), or any other non-immigrant status).
At a Glance
MHP Americas, Inc. Is an equal opportunity employer and we take pride in our diversity. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Porsche will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Porsche does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, registered domestic partner status, family and medical leave status, military status, criminal conviction history, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
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Exclusive look behind the scenes
As a digitalization pioneer in the mobility and manufacturing industries, MHP transfers its expertise to a wide range of industries and is a premium partner for thought leaders on their way to a Better Tomorrow. MHP serves over 300 customers worldwide. Among them are leading corporations, innovative medium-sized companies, and disruptive start-ups. MHP provides both operational and strategic consulting and delivers proven IT and technology expertise as well as specific industry know-how.
As OneTeam, MHP operates internationally, with headquarters in Germany and subsidiaries in the US, UK, Romania, and China. For over 26 years, MHP has been shaping the future together with its customers. More than 4,000 MHP employees are united by the aspiration for excellence and sustainable success. This aspiration continues to drive MHP - today and in the future.
In addition to salary, individuals may be eligible for a discretionary performance bonus. Our full suite of benefits includes:
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick leave
- 401(k) match
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Tuition and certification reimbursement
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability Coverage
- Subsidized gym membership program
- Subsidized Porsche and VW leasing programs
How to apply?
With MHP you have a hand in shaping tomorrow, today. Apply now on our JobLocator. Please include all documents like cover letter, resume, references and project lists (if applicable).
By the way, our recruiting team will review your application both in the context of the specified job, and also cross-departmentally. This way we can evaluate whether there is a suitable position for you anywhere at MHP.
Contact
You can reach our recruiting team at Recruiting-Americas@mhp.com