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Lifeway Foods, Inc. · 18 hours ago

Network Engineer

Lifeway Waukesha, WAUKESHA, WI, US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Lifeway Foods, Inc. is America’s leading supplier of the probiotic beverage known as Kefir. The Network Engineer designs, implements, secures, and maintains complex network infrastructure, ensuring stability, security, and scalability of the network and systems environment.

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Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure, including hardware and software components

Assist with internal growth planning, including development of and maintenance of evolving network architectural diagrams

Evaluate network infrastructures for performance, risks, service availability, and disaster contingency planning

Manage and optimize Microsoft ecosystem solutions, including 365, Active Directory (AD), and Azure cloud services

Manage VMware environments, as well as hands-on administration of Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls

Lead cloud migration projects and oversee Azure management for scalability and security

Ensure robust network security and endpoint protection across all systems

Administer document management control systems and enforce compliance standards

Provide technical support and troubleshooting for systems-related issues

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support manufacturing operations

Demonstrate ability to take ownership of and focus on critical initiatives

Provide after-hours and weekend support as needed to ensure continues uptime for the manufacturing operations

Travel occasionally to the Chicago area to provide coverage for other team members

Ensure systems and processes adhere to internal IT policies and security standards

Conduct behavior in compliance with Lifeway Employee Policy

Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualification

Network engineeringMicrosoft ecosystemVMware virtualizationNetwork security best practicesProblem-solving skillsFollow-up skillsCommunicationReliability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

Minimum of 5 years in network engineering or a similar role

Expert knowledge of Microsoft ecosystem (Windows Server, AD, Azure) and in VMware virtualization

Highly skilled in network hardware and software configuration

Network and endpoint security best practices

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently

Excellent communication, reliability, and follow-up skills

Must reside within a short drive of Waukesha, WI

Ability to travel occasionally to various locations for training and support; may require after-hours and weekend support

Preferred

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Company

Lifeway Foods, Inc.

The Lifeway Foods story began in 1986 with kefir, a dairy-based fermented drink loaded with protein, probiotics, and a deep connection to many cultures, especially those from the Caucasus region.

Founded in 1986

Morton Grove, Illinois, USA

201-500 employees