U1 Network Engineer

Job Position: Network EngineerDepartment: Information TechnologyReports to: VP of Technology Architecture and InfrastructureFLSA: Exempt Status: Full-time Work Location: Silver Spring, MDOVERVIEW: The Radio One story began simply with a dream and one radio station. Forty years, 13 markets, and 70+ stations later, we are an urban media empire, spanning multiple media platforms. We are in your ears with Reach Media/Radio One, on your televisions with TV One, and may even be the name behind your favorite website, with our digital platform Interactive One. Information is power, and our mission here at Radio One, Inc. is simple – to be the most trusted media source in the African American community. At Radio One, we pride ourselves on hiring people who are dedicated and continue to challenge the norm, while embracing a corporate culture built on creativity and passion. We are our employees’ biggest fans, and it is our daily mission to attract, develop, and retain the brightest stars in the business.The Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and security of the enterprise network infrastructure. This role combines traditional network engineering responsibilities with cybersecurity-focused operational support to ensure secure, reliable, and resilient network services across on-premises and cloud environments. The position requires hands-on experience with routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and network troubleshooting, along with an understanding of network security principles, monitoring, and secure access controls. The role also requires foundational knowledge of cloud networking and cloud security concepts.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, configure, implement, and maintain enterprise network infrastructureSupport routing, switching, wireless, and secure remote access technologies, including VPNsTroubleshoot network connectivity, latency, infrastructure, and hybrid cloud networking issuesConfigure and maintain firewalls, IDS/IPS, network segmentation, and access control solutionsSupport secure network design and implementation practices across on-premises and cloud environmentsSupport cloud networking configurations, secure connectivity, and access policies across cloud and on-premises environmentsSupport identity and access control concepts within cloud environmentsMonitor network performance, availability, capacity, and security eventsPerform network upgrades, patching, hardware/software maintenance, and change management activitiesMaintain network documentation, diagrams, and configuration standardsAssist with incident response, firewall rule reviews, network security audits, and vulnerability remediationSupport network hardening and operational reliability effortsCollaborate with cybersecurity, systems, and application teams to support infrastructure requirements and improve network security postureParticipate in network architecture, infrastructure modernization, and continuous improvement initiativesKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Strong understanding of enterprise networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, and switchingExperience in the design and configuration of Cisco and Meraki platformsExperience with firewalls, VPNs, NAC, IDS/IPS, and network security technologiesKnowledge of network monitoring and troubleshooting toolsUnderstanding of cybersecurity principles, including least privilege, segmentation, and secure access controlsFamiliarity with AWS networking and security concepts, including:VPCsSecurity GroupsNetwork ACLsIAM fundamentalsVPN and hybrid connectivityUnderstanding of network protocols and packet analysisFamiliarity with vulnerability management and network hardening practicesStrong troubleshooting and analytical skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and projectsEffective written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail and operational reliabilityMay require after-hours maintenance, on-call support, and incident response participationPeriodic travel requiredEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEMinimum 3–6 years of experience in network engineering or infrastructure support required. Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise network environments, network security technologies, and operational security practices. Experience with Cisco products, cloud networking, and security administration preferred. Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Security+, Network+, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Solutions Architect Associate, or equivalent certifications are preferred.