GE Vernova

Network Engineer

GE Vernova$80K — $120K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • CCNA certification or equivalent required; additional security, OS, or automation certifications preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years of network support or TAC experience, ideally in enterprise or datacenter environments.
  • Strong understanding of layer 2 and layer 3 technologies and protocols.
  • In-depth knowledge of TCP, UDP, multicast, and network virtualization.
  • Vendor-agnostic knowledge of firewall technologies.
  • Analytical problem-solving skills essential.
  • Experience with network performance monitoring, scripting, and automation tools (Docker, Python, Ansible) is a plus.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for explaining complex IT issues to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and resolve hardware and software network issues to minimize downtime.
  • Provide troubleshooting support in layer 2 and layer 3 environments.
  • Manage UTM firewalls by updating security policies and debugging traffic flows.
  • Review and validate network configurations to align with company standards.
  • Utilize network monitoring tools to check the performance of network systems.
  • Maintain documentation of network configurations and diagrams.
  • Collaborate with global IT teams, vendors, and customers for seamless network operations.
  • Act as a contact point for resolving network-related incidents and outages.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
  • Access to a 24/7 nurse-based resource through Health Coach from GE Vernova.
  • Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and referral services.
  • Retirement benefits including a 401(k) with company matching contributions.
  • Tuition assistance and adoption assistance programs.
  • Paid parental leave and disability benefits.
  • Life insurance and 12 paid holidays, plus permissive time off.
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
Currently we are seeking a highly skilled and collaborative Network Engineer to join our global IT organization. As a key member of the team, you will play a vital role in maintaining the integrity, security, and high availability of our network infrastructure. This position requires a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses the technical depth to manage complex, switching, and security challenges.

In this role, you will be instrumental in bridging the gap between high-level architectural standards and day-to-day operational excellence. We are looking for someone who values clear communication and cross-functional teamwork, as you will engage frequently with global colleagues, external vendors, and valued customers to deliver seamless network performance. If you are a methodical problem-solver dedicated to upholding the highest standards of network reliability, we invite you to contribute your expertise to our growing team.

Job Description

In this role, you will:
  • Network Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve network related issues, both hardware and software, ensuring minimal downtime.
  • Layer 2 & Layer 3 Support: Provide troubleshooting support for routing and switching environments.
  • UTM Firewall Management: Work with UTM firewalls to update security and traffic polices, debug traffic flows and firewall rules.
  • Network Configuration Design and Validation: Review and validate network configurations to ensure they align with company standards and best practices.
  • Performance Monitoring: Utilize network monitoring tools to validate the health and performance of all network systems.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate network documentation, including configurations and diagrams to accurately depict steady state information.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with other IT team members, vendors and customers located throughout the world.
  • Incident Response: Act as a point of contact for resolving network related incidents and outages. (There is no requirement for on call support)


Required Skills and Experience:
  • Certifications: At least CCNA(Cisco Certified Network Associate) or equivalent certification. Certifications in security, OS, and automation are a plus.
  • Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a network support or TAC, ideally with exposure to enterprise or datacenter environments.
  • Strong understanding of layer 2 and layer 3 technologies and protocols.
  • In-depth knowledge of TCP, UDP, Multicast, and Network Virtualization.
  • Vendor agonistic knowledge across firewall technologies.
  • Analytical problems solving skills.
  • Experience with network performance monitoring, scripting languages and automation (Docker, Python, Ansible) is a plus.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex IT issues to nontechnical stakeholders.


Education Qualification
  • A 4 year degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field is preferred.
  • CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate


Relocation Assistance Provided: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $80,000.00 and $120,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 22, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova is an energy business company. They provide digital, energy consulting, energy financial services, gas power, grid solutions, nuclear energy, power conversion, renewable energy, steam power, and so on.

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Join GE Vernova to work on transformative projects at the intersection of energy, technology, and sustainability. The company’s commitment to innovation is reflected in its continuous pursuit of next-generation energy solutions.

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