Network Architect job at Attindas Hygiene Partners in Greenville, NC, Raleigh, NC

Title: Network ArchitectLocation: Raleigh, North CarolinaDepartment: Information TechnologyJob Description:DescriptionPosition at Attindas - USAttindas Hygiene Partners designs, manufactures, and markets absorbent hygiene products. The company sells adult incontinence and infant diapers, among other products, into the healthcare, retail, and direct-to-consumer channels under brands including Attends, Indas, and Comfees as well as a wide range of private label brands for retailers. Mission: We champion health, dignity and comfort.Vision: To be a global leader in absorbent hygiene by meeting consumers’ diverse needs through effective, affordable and widely available personal care solutions. Our Values: Personal, Agile, Innovative, and IntegrityLocation: Greenville or Raleigh, Hybrid in officeRole SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Network Engineer with strong expertise in Cisco networking, Meraki Wi-Fi and switching, Palo Alto firewall technologies (including Panorama), and advanced knowledge of wireless, routing, switching, SD-WAN, Cisco ISE, performance monitoring, and technical consulting.This role is critical in ensuring reliable connectivity, optimal performance, and secure communication across all systems. The Network Engineer will collaborate with IT teams, provide consulting expertise, troubleshoot complex issues, and support infrastructure growth to meet evolving business needs. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, configure, and deploy LAN, WAN, wireless, and SD-WAN networksImplement and manage Meraki Wi-Fi and switching solutionsConfigure and maintain Cisco ISE for network access control and policy enforcementMonitor network performance, health, and capacity trends to ensure optimal operationConduct trend analysis to proactively identify potential issues and recommend improvementsImplement and maintain firewalls, VPNs, and security protocolsManage network hardware (routers, switches, access points) and software toolsAdminister Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama for centralized managementPerform hardware and software upgrades, patches, and ongoing maintenance to ensure system reliabilityProvide technical consulting to internal teams and stakeholders on network design and optimizationCollaborate with cross-functional teams (security, cloud, application, and operations) to align network solutions with business goalsDocument network configurations, policies, and proceduresProvide technical support and training to staffCollaborate with vendors and service providers for network solutionsRequired Skills & KnowledgeCore NetworkingStrong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)Hands-on experience with Cisco networking equipment (routers, switches, firewalls)Expertise in Meraki Wi-Fi and switching deploymentsProficiency with Cisco ISE for authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA)Solid experience in routing and switching technologiesSecurityExpertise in Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Panorama centralized managementKnowledge of network security practices (IDS/IPS, firewalls, encryption)Familiarity with VPNs, access control, and secure network designExperience with compliance and security frameworksWireless & SD-WANSolid experience in wireless networking (Wi-Fi design, deployment, troubleshooting)Knowledge of SD-WAN solutions (Cisco Viptela, Meraki, or similar)Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP)Proficiency in troubleshooting tools (Wireshark, SolarWinds, Nagios)Monitoring & AnalysisStrong skills in network performance monitoring and health checksAbility to conduct trend analysis for capacity planning and optimizationExperience with monitoring platforms (SolarWinds, PRTG, Nagios, Cisco Prime, or similar)Skilled in problem isolation and root cause analysisDocumentation & DrawingsAbility to create and maintain accurate network diagrams and documentationExperience with Visio or similar tools for visualizing network architectureAnalysis, Troubleshooting & ConsultingStrong problem isolation skills to identify root causes quicklyAbility to perform in-depth network analysis for performance and security optimizationExpertise in troubleshooting complex network issues across multi-vendor environmentsSkilled at documenting findings and implementing long-term solutionsExperience providing technical consulting to guide IT and business teamsBusiness Continuity & Disaster RecoveryUnderstanding of network redundancy, failover, and high availability strategiesExperience supporting disaster recovery planning and testingCollaborationProven ability to work with cross-functional teams (security, cloud, application, operations)Strong communication skills to translate technical concepts into business languageAbility to lead discussions, present solutions, and influence decision-making across departmentsLeadership & Global EngagementExperience working with global teams and remote collaborationAbility to mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharingAdditional SkillsAbility to script or automate tasks (Python, PowerShell, Bash)Solid grasp of virtualization and virtual networkingExcellent problem-solving and communication skillsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fieldRelevant certifications (CCNA, CCNP, Palo Alto PCNSE, Meraki CMNA, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent) preferred2–5 years of experience in network engineeringAttindas is an equal opportunity employer.Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. 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