Network Security Engineer, Global
Company: Vantage Data Centers
Location: Virginia Beach
Posted on: April 18, 2024
Job Description:
About Vantage Data CentersVantage is committed to being a
workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We
celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to
learn from one another's experience.Vantage Data Centers powers,
cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's
well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises.
Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia
Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways
to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and
sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly
as the market demands.Security DepartmentThe Vantage Global
Security (VGS) Department for Vantage Data Centers is very hands
on. In most cases, we specify, purchase, configure and maintain all
networking and server hardware. We also work closely with partner
Value Added Resellers (VARs) to learn about the latest
technological changes so that we can make informed purchase
decisions. We are always looking for ways to strike the best
balance between technology, performance, and cost. Vantage Security
Department also participates in designing each of our new data
center building's security infrastructure. If you like getting your
hands dirty and helping to design, build and maintain Security
infrastructure in a modern data center, then come work at Vantage.
We're expanding with many new builds!Essential Job Functions
- BAU network support during NA hours
- Actively participate in network migrations in NA
- Drive improvements to processes and procedures
- Mentoring Service Delivery to become more proficient in
networkingDuties
- Collaborate to design, build, and support all networks required
for Vantage Corporate, Security Management Systems, Building
Management Systems, and other needs as defined by the business,
including creation/updating of all supporting documentation
- Create, implement, and support standard processes and
procedures to support Service Level Agreements to both Vantage
business partners and Vantage customers for network uptime,
reliability, service, and performance
- Assist in the specification, ordering, purchasing,
asset-tracking, and inventory of network-related
equipment/supplies/software
- Maintain the network infrastructure globally, highlighting and
recording issues identified, creating action plans to resolve
- Utilize necessary tools to identify and resolve complex issues
in a timely manner
- Challenge, report and escalate as necessary to resolve any
issues affecting the availability, security or integrity of the
network infrastructure
- Work extremely closely with Service Delivery to ensure we
deliver newly built datacenter's on time
- Actively research and investigate new tools/technologies to
improve the efficiency of the team
- Lead and own projects by creating effective project plans,
leverage internal tools (JIRA etc) to provide accurate and timely
updates to stakeholders
- Functions of this position are to be performed in a
company-designated office or field location
- Understand and comply with the company's Acceptable Use Policy
and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if
applicableJob Requirements
- 5+ years of progressive network engineering experience with
multi-site global networks supporting highly transactional and
highly sensitive data applications
- Demonstratable CCNP/JNCIP/CCIE/JNCIE level or higher experience
required
- Data Center experience is strongly preferred, but not
required
- Proficiency with Fortinet would be highly advantageous, but not
essential
- Skilled at troubleshooting LANs (layer 2 networks), fault
finding and isolation, understanding of technologies such as
Spanning Tree, Port channels, Stacking etc
- Good experience with layer 3 routing, working with ISP's to
resolve issues such as latency and packet loss
- Good experience with firewalls, polices, vpn's, general
concepts etc, understanding of advanced inspection and filtering
techniques
- Experience working on projects, managing multiple
simultaneously and delivering according to deadlines
- Skilled in automation and scripting would be highly
desirable
- A strong desire to learn new technologies while continuing to
progress their career
- Participation in an on call rotatation would be required after
successful probationary period (1 weekend in 5)
- Travel is expected to be less than 20%We operate with No Ego
and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one
another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each
other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other,
actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our
hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total
compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and
welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local
expectations.Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of
the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition,
training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution
adds value to the company and our community.Don't meet all the
requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right
person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who
connect with our mission and values.Vantage Data Centers is an
Equal Opportunity EmployerVantage Data Centers does not accept
unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be
paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an
agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole
property of Vantage Data Centers.
Keywords: Vantage Data Centers, Norfolk , Network Security Engineer, Global, Engineering , Virginia Beach, Virginia
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