Network Engineer II

Granite delivers advanced communications and technology solutions to businesses and government agencies throughout the United States and Canada. We provide exceptional customized service with an emphasis on reliability and outstanding customer support and our customers include over 85 of the Fortune 100. Granite has over $1.85 Billion in revenue with more than 2,100 employees and is headquartered in Quincy, MA. Our mission is to be the leading telecommunications company wherever we offer services as well as provide an environment where the value of each individual is recognized and where each person has the opportunity to further their growth and achieve success.Granite has been recognized by the Boston Business Journal as one of the "Healthiest Companies" in Massachusetts for the past 15 consecutive years.Our offices have onsite fully equipped state of the art gyms for employees at zero cost.Granite's philanthropy is unparalleled with over $300 million in donations to organizations such as Dana Farber Cancer Institute, The ALS Foundation and the Alzheimer's Association to name a few.We have been consistently rated a "Fastest Growing Company" by Inc. Magazine.Granite was named to Forbes List of America's Best Employers 2022, 2023 and 2024.Granite was recently named One of Forbes Best Employers for Diversity.Our company's insurance package includes health, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, 401K retirement with company match, childcare benefits, tuition assistance, and more.If you are a highly motivated individual who wants to grow your career with a fast paced and progressive company, Granite has countless opportunities for you.EOE/M/F/Vets/DisabledJob Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Network Engineer II to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and building complex multi-vendor network solutions to support our North American business customers. This role requires in-depth knowledge of various network technology and vendor implementations including Cisco, Fortinet, Juniper, Cradlepoint, and VMware. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in routing protocol design, security, and comprehensive documentation skills.Key Duties and Responsibilities:Design, implement, and maintain complex multi-vendor network solutions for business customers.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess network requirements and develop appropriate solutions.Configure and troubleshoot network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and other network appliances.Ensure network security by implementing and managing firewalls, VPNs, and other security measures.Develop and maintain detailed network documentation, including design diagrams, configuration guides, and standard operating procedures.Monitor network performance, identify issues, and implement solutions to optimize network efficiency.Provide technical support and guidance to customers and internal teams.Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure network solutions are current and effective.Participate in on-call rotations and respond to network emergencies as needed.

Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in network engineering.Proficiency in designing and implementing network solutions using vendors such as Cisco, Fortinet, Juniper, Cradlepoint, and VMware.Strong understanding of routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).Experience with network security principles and practices, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.Ability to create and maintain detailed network documentation.Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.Experience with Network Automation/DevOps including familiarity with Python, CI/CD tools and scripting large deployments/complex changes.Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, JNCIS, or equivalent.Experience in a customer-facing role, providing technical support and solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.Familiarity with cloud networking solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure).Advanced certifications such as CCIE, JNCIP, Fortinet NSE, or equivalent.Experience with multi-cloud networking (MCN), unified SASE and network function virtualization (NFV).Knowledge of wireless networking technologies and solutions.

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