Network Engineer at Performive LLC

Marietta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Aug, 26

Salary

90000.0

Posted On

05 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cisco Firewalls, Fortinet Firewalls, Routing and Switching, VPN Configuration, VMware vSphere, VMware NSX-T, IPv4/IPv6, VLANs, DNS Troubleshooting, Linux Networking, Windows Networking, Network Automation, Carrier Management, Technical Documentation, Network Diagramming, Zero Trust

Industry

Description

At CloudFirst, we are building a high-performing, people-first organization focused on delivering secure, scalable, and resilient cloud solutions to our clients. We are seeking driven, collaborative professionals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are motivated to make a meaningful impact as we continue to grow. CloudFirst offers a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. Team members are eligible for a Flex Time Off plan, 11 paid holidays, and incentives for achieving new certifications. In addition, we provide a 401(k) plan with a 4% company contribution that is immediately vested, along with a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Additional offerings include flexible spending and health savings accounts, as well as accident and illness protection and other supplemental benefits. This is a hybrid position based in Marietta, GA. Position Summary: The Network Engineer position is accountable for support and expansion of our dynamic multi-tenant environments. This position blends traditional network engineering responsibilities with hands-on management of broadband carriers, ensuring high availability, security, and performance across distributed customer environments. As part of our Engineering team, you’ll act as a critical escalation point during the evening shift, supporting both our customers and internal teams by resolving complex networking issues and managing site connectivity across our carrier footprint. This role is ideal for a network professional who excels in both deep technical troubleshooting and vendor/carrier coordination within a fast-paced MSP. Key Responsibilities: * Serve as the evening shift's lead escalation point for network-related issues, including firewall, routing, VPN, and carrier incidents. * Administer, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco and Fortinet firewalls, including NAT, ACLs, site-to-site VPNs, and client VPNs. * Manage broadband carrier relationships, including provisioning, incident triage, service-level escalations, and performance optimization for client site connectivity. * Design, maintain, and troubleshoot networking infrastructure (IPv4/IPv6, VLANs, switching, and routing). * Support and troubleshoot VMware environments, especially in multi-tenant or hosted settings. * Experience with vSphere and NSX-T (NAT, ACLs, IPSec tunnels) required. * Assist with network-related issues within Linux and Windows operating systems, including IP configuration, routing, and firewall troubleshooting (iptables, netplan, etc.). * Respond to DNS-related escalations and perform in-depth resolution and troubleshooting. * Create and maintain technical documentation, including runbooks, build guides, and operational procedures. * Create and update network diagrams using approved tools to support infrastructure clarity and incident response. * Participate in the Engineering team’s on-call escalation and network team rotation. * Contribute to network governance, compliance, and security policy enforcement across environments. * Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions in a fast-paced environment. * Actively seek opportunities to automate and streamline network processes or support automation projects. * Occasional weekend maintenance windows, as required. Education & Experience: * 3+ years in network engineering, preferably within an MSP, hosting provider, or multi-tenant environment. * Proven hands-on experience with firewall platforms, particularly Cisco and Fortinet. * Strong knowledge of routing/switching, IP addressing (IPv4/IPv6), and VLAN configurations. * Experience with VMware environments, including vSphere and NSX-T networking. * Understanding of DNS resolution and troubleshooting, especially across distributed environments. * Familiarity with Windows and Linux network stack configuration and troubleshooting tools. * Familiarity with network automation or scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible, REST APIs). * Certifications such as Fortinet NSE, Cisco CCNA/CCNP, or VMware VCP-NV. * Exposure to compliance frameworks such as HIPAA, SOC 2, or PCI-DSS. * Experience implementing Zero Trust or advanced segmentation strategies. * Effective communicator with strong written and verbal English skills, capable of supporting clients live on calls. * Solid experience working with broadband carriers, including provisioning, escalation, and site failover scenarios. * Competence in documentation practices: tickets, Knowledgebase, change logs, and network diagrams. * Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting mindset; adaptable to complex, real-time issues. Required Skills & Competencies: * Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills * Strategic thinking and collaborative problem-solving ability * Ability to solve complex technical problems under pressure * Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment Alignment with CloudFirst Values: At CloudFirst, how we work is just as important as what we deliver. Team members are expected to align their approach to work with CloudFirst’s core values, including: Customer Focus: We are customer-centric in everything we do. Placing our clients at the heart of every decision. Will-Do Attitude: We embody a Will-Do Attitude. Approaching every challenge as an opportunity to show value to our clients. Collaboration: Collaboration defines how we work. We are team players committed to working together with responsiveness, support, and a shared purpose. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CloudFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Responsibilities

The Network Engineer manages multi-tenant environments, focusing on firewall administration, routing, and broadband carrier coordination. They serve as the lead escalation point during the evening shift to resolve complex connectivity and security issues.