Berkshire Hathaway Inc is hiring: Senior Network Engineer in Irving
Berkshire Hathaway Inc, Irving, TX, United States
Berkshire Hathaway Automotive is seeking an experienced, proactive Senior NetworkEngineer to join the IT team.
The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for providing day-to-day administrative and top-level engineering support for the organization’s network infrastructure, hosting approximately 90 US based locations. The Sr. Network Engineer is responsible for supporting the daily operation of LAN/WAN/WLAN/SD-WAN and VPN communications, including data/voice traffic, data security, and problem resolution. This position is a senior member of the IT Team and will work closely with other team members to collectively design, monitor, enhance and support the overall network infrastructure of the organization.
This position is full time and will be onsite at our Headquarters in Irving, Texas.
BENEFITS:
Paid training and development
Career growth opportunities
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Paid Vacation and Holidays
401(k) with company match
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, VPN, Firewalls, Wireless, Switches, Routers, Configuration Backups and other network-related systems
Ensure routers, switches, and firewalls are operating as expected and are maintained.
Mentor or provide guidance to other IT team members in executing tasks related to network components.
Maintain excellent documentation, working diagrams and inventory lists
Develop, design, optimize, and document network topology and architecture to support systems reliability, security, scalability, management, data integrity and performance, including providing critical support in areas of network engineering configuration and deployment assistance
Provide elevated networking support of routing equipment, VOIP systems and traditional telecommunications systems
Manage and update network configuration settings for internal and external systems, including DNS, DHCP, VPN, and VLANs.
Modify both core and edge firewalls, routers and switch configurations as needed
Provide escalation support for technical production (infrastructure) issues and follow through to satisfactory resolution
Coordinate install, repair or maintenance of network and telecom hardware equipment
Work with IT Service Delivery Manager to maintain hardware and software inventory to ensure compliance and asset management
Document and log changes to network equipment, computer systems, and other equipment
Accurately document all new system implementations and modifications to existing systems (moves, adds, changes)
Research and provide expertise on integration of third-party software and tools
Assist in Disaster Recovery planning, development and implementation
Ensure compliance with IT Security and Governance processes, such as Change control and PCI
Work with IT Management to identify and implement technical and service improvements.
Ensure technology documents/certificates such as product registrations, licensing, activations, SSL certificates, maintenance agreements, service contracts, etc. related to technology operations and/or technology services are evaluated, updated and processed
Ensure networks, and associated software applications are operational; ensures hardware and software is patched and/or updated; ensures all analog and broadband circuits are operational in accordance with vendor specifications
Ensure the availability, continuity and security of data and information pertaining to the organization
Maintain knowledge on current technology and evaluates new technologies to gain business efficiencies
Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship throughout the organization, ensuring the department is well perceived and presented professionally.
Respect confidentiality in discussing staff and organizational matters; also maintains confidentiality of organization, project, fiscal and personnel related information
Report to work regularly and on time, late hours and weekend schedules will be necessary at times
Timely completion of all compliance training and testing
CUSTOMER FOCUS:
Adhere to the company’s Code of Conduct, to conduct business with honesty, integrity, and in an appropriate manner for services provided, while ensuring that its business arrangements comply with relevant state and federal statutes and regulations.
Take personal ownership of customer issues, and follow problems through to resolution, ensuring complete and thorough solutions for both internal external customers.
At all times, demonstrate commitment to providing exceptional cost effective solutions.
Demonstrate excellent customer service at all times through professional personal interactions, verbal exchanges, or in writing.
Project a professional appearance and attitude at all times, to ensure a positive reflection on the IT team.
Exemplify a “can do” attitude and commitment to excellence.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Requires a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in a similar role.
Solid understanding of network protocols and ports (TCP/IP, SSH, FTP, ICA, HTTPS, etc.)
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Knowledge of applicable security and privacy practices and laws
Cisco, Meraki, Palo Alto, Cisco Call Manager or Call Manager Express experience required
SD-WAN experience required, preferably Meraki based
Ability to adapt to changing environments and lead by example
Ability to perform work during specified maintenance windows as needed
Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
Possess an acceptable driving record and valid driver’s license in state of residence
WHO WE ARE:
Berkshire Hathaway Automotive is one of the largest groups of affiliated dealerships in America, with over 100 franchises in 10 states. The Berkshire Hathaway Automotive affiliated dealerships set the industry standard for operational excellence, financial performance and an unmatched customer experience within franchised automobile dealerships. Using extensive experience, innovative strategies and technological expertise, Berkshire Hathaway Automotive works to assure its affiliated dealerships obtain and maintain position as leaders and trendsetters in the automotive field. The company focuses on building resilient and adaptive business models that cultivate engaged, strong and proactive leadership.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for providing day-to-day administrative and top-level engineering support for the organization’s network infrastructure, hosting approximately 90 US based locations. The Sr. Network Engineer is responsible for supporting the daily operation of LAN/WAN/WLAN/SD-WAN and VPN communications, including data/voice traffic, data security, and problem resolution. This position is a senior member of the IT Team and will work closely with other team members to collectively design, monitor, enhance and support the overall network infrastructure of the organization.
This position is full time and will be onsite at our Headquarters in Irving, Texas.
BENEFITS:
Paid training and development
Career growth opportunities
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Paid Vacation and Holidays
401(k) with company match
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, VPN, Firewalls, Wireless, Switches, Routers, Configuration Backups and other network-related systems
Ensure routers, switches, and firewalls are operating as expected and are maintained.
Mentor or provide guidance to other IT team members in executing tasks related to network components.
Maintain excellent documentation, working diagrams and inventory lists
Develop, design, optimize, and document network topology and architecture to support systems reliability, security, scalability, management, data integrity and performance, including providing critical support in areas of network engineering configuration and deployment assistance
Provide elevated networking support of routing equipment, VOIP systems and traditional telecommunications systems
Manage and update network configuration settings for internal and external systems, including DNS, DHCP, VPN, and VLANs.
Modify both core and edge firewalls, routers and switch configurations as needed
Provide escalation support for technical production (infrastructure) issues and follow through to satisfactory resolution
Coordinate install, repair or maintenance of network and telecom hardware equipment
Work with IT Service Delivery Manager to maintain hardware and software inventory to ensure compliance and asset management
Document and log changes to network equipment, computer systems, and other equipment
Accurately document all new system implementations and modifications to existing systems (moves, adds, changes)
Research and provide expertise on integration of third-party software and tools
Assist in Disaster Recovery planning, development and implementation
Ensure compliance with IT Security and Governance processes, such as Change control and PCI
Work with IT Management to identify and implement technical and service improvements.
Ensure technology documents/certificates such as product registrations, licensing, activations, SSL certificates, maintenance agreements, service contracts, etc. related to technology operations and/or technology services are evaluated, updated and processed
Ensure networks, and associated software applications are operational; ensures hardware and software is patched and/or updated; ensures all analog and broadband circuits are operational in accordance with vendor specifications
Ensure the availability, continuity and security of data and information pertaining to the organization
Maintain knowledge on current technology and evaluates new technologies to gain business efficiencies
Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship throughout the organization, ensuring the department is well perceived and presented professionally.
Respect confidentiality in discussing staff and organizational matters; also maintains confidentiality of organization, project, fiscal and personnel related information
Report to work regularly and on time, late hours and weekend schedules will be necessary at times
Timely completion of all compliance training and testing
CUSTOMER FOCUS:
Adhere to the company’s Code of Conduct, to conduct business with honesty, integrity, and in an appropriate manner for services provided, while ensuring that its business arrangements comply with relevant state and federal statutes and regulations.
Take personal ownership of customer issues, and follow problems through to resolution, ensuring complete and thorough solutions for both internal external customers.
At all times, demonstrate commitment to providing exceptional cost effective solutions.
Demonstrate excellent customer service at all times through professional personal interactions, verbal exchanges, or in writing.
Project a professional appearance and attitude at all times, to ensure a positive reflection on the IT team.
Exemplify a “can do” attitude and commitment to excellence.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Requires a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in a similar role.
Solid understanding of network protocols and ports (TCP/IP, SSH, FTP, ICA, HTTPS, etc.)
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Knowledge of applicable security and privacy practices and laws
Cisco, Meraki, Palo Alto, Cisco Call Manager or Call Manager Express experience required
SD-WAN experience required, preferably Meraki based
Ability to adapt to changing environments and lead by example
Ability to perform work during specified maintenance windows as needed
Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
Possess an acceptable driving record and valid driver’s license in state of residence
WHO WE ARE:
Berkshire Hathaway Automotive is one of the largest groups of affiliated dealerships in America, with over 100 franchises in 10 states. The Berkshire Hathaway Automotive affiliated dealerships set the industry standard for operational excellence, financial performance and an unmatched customer experience within franchised automobile dealerships. Using extensive experience, innovative strategies and technological expertise, Berkshire Hathaway Automotive works to assure its affiliated dealerships obtain and maintain position as leaders and trendsetters in the automotive field. The company focuses on building resilient and adaptive business models that cultivate engaged, strong and proactive leadership.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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