Sr. Network Engineer - Vaco, LLC
Clearwater, FL 33760
About the Job
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Network Infrastructure Engineer responsible for planning, coordinating, configuring, installing, and managing all LAN/WAN systems, servers, and client services across the enterprise. The role is essential to meet business needs and ensure optimal performance and security for the company’s network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with network technologies, including VPNs, MPLS, SD-WAN, and expertise in Cisco and Checkpoint security products.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, coordinate, and manage the installation, configuration, and maintenance of LAN/WAN infrastructure, including related servers and client services, to support business requirements.
- Oversee and troubleshoot technical issues related to LANs/WANs, VPNs, MPLS, and SD-WAN configurations, ensuring a stable network environment.
- Administer and maintain enterprise network security with Checkpoint and Cisco systems, including firewalls, routers, and switches.
- Identify, resolve, and proactively prevent hardware and software technical problems and malfunctions related to network systems and related servers.
- Make critical decisions in the areas of throughput analysis, problem-solving, and infrastructure planning to support business operations.
- Research, evaluate, and implement tools and processes to identify and address potential infrastructure trends before they impact business performance.
- Monitor and ensure stable performance for all enterprise systems, including servers, SANs, Citrix, and VMware environments.
- Manage server backups, monitor system logs, perform regular performance reviews, and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
- Provide Tier 3 helpdesk support for all PC and network-related issues within the enterprise.
- Participate in various IT projects aimed at continually enhancing the network and infrastructure capabilities of the company.
- Rotate on an on-call basis with other infrastructure personnel to support the organization’s IT needs.
- Maintain effective communication with IT management regarding ongoing tasks, projects, and critical issues.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
- 5+ years of experience in network infrastructure management and support.
- Hands-on experience with LAN/WAN technologies, including VPN, MPLS, and SD-WAN configuration and management.
- Expertise in Cisco and Checkpoint products (firewalls, switches, routers).
- Familiarity with Wintel Servers, SAN, Citrix, and VMware environments.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze network performance and implement solutions.
- Knowledge of security best practices and experience in maintaining secure network environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and in a team, with a willingness to rotate on an on-call schedule.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with government proposals or working in Data Center/Electrical infrastructure.
- Certifications in Cisco (CCNA, CCNP) and Checkpoint are a plus.
- Project management experience, especially using tools such as Microsoft Project.
- Flexibility to travel up to 25% of the year as needed.
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .
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By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
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Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.