Your Role
As a Network Engineer II, you will be responsible for engineering and support of the network at all our Ardent Mills locations. This position also requires the development of the overall network design, systems integrations, and implementation strategies. Additionally, the position is responsible for documenting all network standards, procedures, and changes. The qualified candidate should be highly proficient with, but not limited to, Cisco routing and switching, HP/Aruba or Cisco wireless, Cisco Viptela SDWAN platform, Palo Alto firewalls, network Quality of Service (QoS), and network management using Cisco DNAC, Solarwinds Orion, or similar platforms. This senior role must be self-motivated, organized, and able to communicate effectively on projects and operational tasks to management.
To Succeed, You Must Be Able To
- Deliver results by inspiring others and working to earn trust every day.
- Serve others with understanding, respect, and care.
- Operate with simplicity, clarity and transparency.
- Embrace and drive change.
- Organize, prioritize, and lead multiple tasks while meeting or exceeding deadlines.
- Learn and apply new technology, then share your knowledge to elevate others.
Above all, you will be expected to carry out all your activities with reliability, integrity, and compliance in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner. Demonstrate professional and personal leadership by taking ownership and performing the appropriate levels of due diligence and communication.
Your Responsibilities
- Plans, coordinates, evaluates, and implements key enterprise systems – network hardware and software
- Takes initiative to provide high level IT recommendations, best practices, assessments, and risk analysis
- Evaluates new enterprise hardware and software technology to advance Ardent Mills technical and business leadership
- Responsible for design and implementation of infrastructure networking and related systems including Cisco routers and switches, Cisco SDWAN, Cisco and Aruba wireless, and other platforms as required
- Work with other Infrastructure teams to develop/manage cloud network design
- Assists with the design fiber/copper cable plant and server room layout
- Utilizes Cisco DNAC, Solarwinds, Splunk, and other network management tools to monitor health, manage device configurations, and troubleshoot problems
- Develops and implements policies and procedures as they relate to network technology
- Demonstrates willingness to educate and train Tier1/Tier2 staff
- Acts as Tier2/Tier3 support as needed
- Contributes to technical and professional development of the network team and support staff
- Participates in an on-call rotation
- Performs periodic routine tasks to ensure systems are functioning optimally and to ensure compliance with various regulatory mandates
- Coordinates with other IT functions to develop and implement technical solutions
Essential Skills And Experience
- 10+ years of network engineering and support experience
- Experience with scripting for network configuration management
- Intermediate knowledge of Information Security best practices
- Good knowledge of General Project Management Methodology & Tools, Education/Experience
- Experience with RADIUS and TACACS authentication
- Excellent communication skills and ability to clearly document processes and standards
- Azure networking design and services
Good To Have
- Cisco CCNP or higher certification is preferred
- Cisco or Aruba wireless certification is a plus
Other Considerations
- Travels to offsite conferences, trainings and other events when necessary
- Travels to remote Ardent Mills locations when necessary
Ardent Mills is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
The preceding position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this position. The description, duties, functions, and responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of Ardent Mills.
Location:
Denver CO
Address
1875 Lawrence Street, Denver CO, 80202
Additional Locations (if applicable):
Employment Type
Full time
Additional Information
COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION:
We provide market-driven base pay, based on skills, abilities, and level of experiences. Our salary ranges are broad, and individual salary will be market competitive based on a candidate’s unique set of skills and level of experience. The starting range for this position is $125000 - $150000, with additional earning potential possible commensurate with experience. Additionally, we believe that our team members are the reason for our success and all team members are incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and individual results achieved. While the specific bonus plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions, the targeted bonus plan and targeted percentage amount for this role is Bonus - MIP, 15% Annual.
Benefits
At Ardent Mills we offer a wide range of benefits to our team members and their eligible family members. Some of our great benefit programs you may be eligible for include:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- Health and Dependent Savings Accounts
- Life and Disability Programs
- Voluntary Benefit Programs
- Company Sponsored Wellness Programs
- Retirement Savings with Company Match
- Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE).
Application Deadline
10/18/2024
EEO Commitment
At Ardent Mills, everyone matters and everyone has a voice. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and team members and the decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, age, political affiliation, or any other non-merit characteristic protected by law or not. Together, celebrating our differences, we make Ardent Mills. The preceding position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this position. The description, duties, functions, and responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of Ardent Mills.
En Ardent Mills, todos importan y todos tienen voz. Estamos comprometidos a brindar un ambiente de respeto mutuo donde haya igualdad de oportunidades disponibles para todos los solicitantes y miembros del equipo y las decisiones se basarán en el mérito, la competencia, el desempeño y las necesidades comerciales. Estamos orgullosos de ser un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. No discriminamos por motivos de raza, color, religión, credo, origen nacional, ascendencia, estado civil, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de género, discapacidad física o mental, embarazo, información genética, condición de veterano, edad, política. afiliación, o cualquier otra característica no meritoria protegida por ley o no. Juntos, celebrando nuestras diferencias, formamos Ardent Mills. La descripción del puesto anterior ha sido diseñada para indicar la naturaleza general y los deberes y responsabilidades esenciales del trabajo realizado por los empleados dentro de este puesto. Es posible que no contenga un inventario completo de todos los deberes, responsabilidades y calificaciones requeridas de los empleados en este puesto. La descripción, los deberes, las funciones y las responsabilidades están sujetos a cambios a discreción de Ardent Mills.