Jahnel Group · 2 hours ago
Network Engineer II
Schenectady, New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expJahnel Group is a fast-growing company focused on providing an excellent environment for software creators. They are seeking a Network Engineer II to manage and enhance enterprise-level LAN/WAN environments, ensuring optimal network performance, reliability, and security for clients in a highly regulated industry.
SoftwareInformation TechnologyProduct Design
Responsibilities
Monitor network traffic usage and performance; proactively diagnose and resolve issues related to enterprise network operations, security, and remote access
Install, configure, manage, secure, and operate switches, routers, firewalls, and related network equipment within core and enterprise LAN/WAN environments
Perform maintenance and upgrades of network hardware to ensure optimal performance, capacity, patching, and compliance
Ensure appropriate redundancy for all network components and services to meet established uptime goals with minimal interruption to mission-critical applications
Monitor enterprise network security using intrusion prevention systems, vulnerability scanners, firewalls, and other diagnostic tools; ensure logging and alerting measures meet retention and compliance standards
Develop and implement scheduled testing procedures to verify functionality in accordance with industry best practices and compliance requirements
Prepare and maintain change management documentation in compliance with IT Change Management policies
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for managed systems, including diagrams, databases, reports, procedures, and maintenance schedules
Participate in disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution
Provide upgrade recommendations and assist in annual budget planning for network improvements and component replacements
Collaborate with IT Managers, Team Leaders, and business stakeholders to deliver high levels of customer service and technical expertise
Participate in information security discussions, reporting, and recommendations
Stay current with emerging technologies, vendor recommendations, and evolving security threats
Participate in an on-call rotation and share coverage responsibilities with the networking team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field and 2+ years of experience in Network Engineering within Information Systems
OR Associate's degree in a related field and 4+ years of experience in Information Systems
OR 6+ years of experience in Information Systems
Hands-on experience managing enterprise LAN/WAN environments
Strong experience with Cisco networking equipment (including Cisco Nexus)
Experience with Fortinet / FortiGate firewalls
Knowledge of firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), vulnerability scanners, and remote access technologies
Ability to troubleshoot telecommunications hardware, storage systems, and operating systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational, time management, and troubleshooting abilities
Self-motivated, disciplined, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
Preferred
Experience supporting network environments in a healthcare or other regulated setting
Familiarity with compliance standards and security best practices in regulated industries
Experience participating in disaster recovery exercises and audits
Company
Jahnel Group
Jahnel Group is a computer software company that specializes in software development, project management, and UX design services.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Darrin Jahnel
CEO
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