Network Engineer

About us:

Thrive is an innovative technology solutions provider focused on Cyber Security, Microsoft/Office 365, Hybrid Cloud, Global Network Management, Disaster Recovery, and traditional Managed Services. Our corporate culture, engineering talent, customer-centric approach, and focus upon NextGen services help us stand out among our peers. Thrive is on the look-out for individuals who don’t view their weekdays spent at ‘a job’ but rather look to develop valuable skills that ignite their passion and lead to a CAREER. If you’re attracted to a hard work, play hard environment and seek the guidance, training, and experience necessary to build a lucrative career, then welcome to THRIVE! 

Position Overview

This role is critical in maintaining and supporting network infrastructure for our clients, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Cisco and Fortinet technologies, exceptional troubleshooting skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients on a daily basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, implement, and maintain network infrastructure including switches, firewalls, and wireless systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network connectivity and performance issues
• Design and implement multi-ISP configurations with automatic failover for enterprise clients
• Collaborate with onsite field technicians to diagnose and resolve various network issues
• Manage and support Cisco Catalyst switches and Meraki switching infrastructure
• Administer and maintain Fortigate and Palo Alto firewalls
• Utilize FortiManager and Panorama for centralized firewall management
• Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot FortiClient and GlobalProtect VPN solutions
• Implement and troubleshoot IPSec VPN connections and tunnels
• Deploy and support Meraki wireless networks
• Monitor network performance and respond to alerts promptly
• Communicate daily with clients to provide updates, gather requirements, and resolve issues
• Document network configurations, changes, and troubleshooting procedures
• Efficiently manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Provide remote support and guidance to field technicians during onsite implementations and troubleshooting
• Collaborate with team members to support infrastructure projects
• Ensure network compliance with security policies and best practices
• Provide technical support and escalation for network-related incidents

• 6+ years of hands-on network engineering experience
• Strong expertise in Cisco Catalyst and Meraki switching platforms
• Proficient experience with Fortigate and Palo Alto firewalls
• Working knowledge of FortiManager and Panorama
• Experience with FortiClient and GlobalProtect VPN implementation and troubleshooting
• Hands-on experience with IPSec VPN configuration and troubleshooting
• Experience with routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF and EIGRP
• Proven experience setting up ISP connections with automatic failover for enterprise clients
• Experience with Meraki wireless solutions
• Exceptional troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Great analytical skills with strong attention to detail
• Proven ability to work efficiently and deliver results under pressure
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for daily client interactions
• Ability to effectively collaborate with and guide field technicians remotely
• Ability to work independently and manage shifting priorities
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP and network security
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent tasks
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Qualifications

• MSP (Managed Service Provider) experience
• Cisco ASA firewall experience
• Microsoft Azure networking experience
• CCNA certification
• Fortinet NSE (Network Security Expert) certification
• ITIL Foundation certification
• Experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools

Technical Skills

• Switching: Cisco Catalyst, Cisco Meraki
• Firewalls: Meraki MX, Fortigate, Palo Alto Networks, FortiManager, Panorama
• VPN: FortiClient, GlobalProtect, IPSec VPN
• Wireless: Cisco Meraki
• High Availability: Multi-ISP failover configuration and implementation
• Network protocols (TCP/IP, VLANs, STP, BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, etc.)
• Network security best practices
• Network monitoring and troubleshooting tools
• Strong analytical and efficiency-driven approach to problem solving