Network Engineer Manager

About the Role As a Network Operations Engineer , you will be the backbone of our connectivity, ensuring our infrastructure is secure, scalable, and resilient. You will bridge the gap between traditional networking and modern automation. Responsibilities Engineer & Maintain: Configure and manage WAN, VPN, and wireless infrastructure, ensuring seamless communication across all global offices and production facilities. Optimize Performance: Manage routing/switching protocols and perform wireless desktop surveys to optimize coverage and capacity. Monitor & Respond: Proactively track network health using advanced monitoring tools and serve as the Tier 2 escalation point for complex troubleshooting and outages. Modernize via Code: Transition traditional workflows into Infrastructure as Code (IaC) by utilizing Ansible playbooks to push configurations and automate repetitive tasks. Ensure Security & Compliance: Enforce rigid security policies (firewalls, IDS, access controls) and maintain strict adherence to industry standards like HIPAA, PCI DSS, and GDPR . Lifecycle Management: Plan firmware updates, hardware enhancements, and failover testing to minimize disruptions and meet aggressive SLOs/KPIs . Collaborate: Manage vendor relationships and work cross-functionally to evaluate new technologies that drive network improvements. Qualifications Technical Skills: Strong, in-depth understanding of OSI Model Layers 1-3 and foundational knowledge of Layer 4 (TCP/UDP). Technical Expertise: Proven experience in configuring and troubleshooting routers, switches, and complex WAN/VPN architectures. Security First: A deep understanding of network security protocols and a track record of maintaining compliance in regulated environments. Automation: Highly desired experience with scripting (e.g., Python) or automation tools (e.g., Ansible). Location Los Angeles, California (office-based, onsite five days a week) Salary Base salary range: $114,000 - $134,000 per year. Compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options) Company‑paid life and disability insurance (short‑ and long‑term) Voluntary coverage: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children Pet insurance discount 401(k) retirement plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter Time Off policies: Discretionary vacation days 8 paid holidays per year Paid sick time Paid Bereavement leave Paid Parental Leave Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cssmerge