Vallen

Sr Network Engineer

Vallen • $90K — $120K *
Belmont, NC 28012In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-8 years of hands-on enterprise network engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated experience with Cisco Meraki MX in multi-site environments.
  • Proficient in managing B2B VPN tunnel infrastructures including NAT and SNAT management.
  • Experience with ISP circuit lifecycle management and outage escalation.
  • Strong understanding of routing and switching principles such as BGP, OSPF, and QoS.
  • Hands-on Azure networking expertise, especially in VNet design and hybrid connectivity.
  • Ability to autonomously manage vendor relationships and technical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

  • Deploy and manage Meraki MX appliances nationally, handling configuration and lifecycle management.
  • Coordinate installations and manage site surveys for ISP circuits at new branch locations.
  • Own the B2B VPN tunnel infrastructure and manage migrations with partners.
  • Serve as the primary contact for ISP service issues and outage resolutions across circuits.
  • Oversee hardware procurement, including logistics and vendor relations for network infrastructure needs.
  • Support Azure migration efforts by designing cloud connectivity and ensuring network readiness.
  • Provide mentorship to junior staff and maintain network standards and documentation.

Benefits

  • Flexible working environment including remote options.
  • Opportunity to work independently on significant projects.
  • Professional development and mentorship opportunities with junior staff.
  • Engagement with cutting-edge cloud technologies such as Azure.
  • Involvement in strategic network architecture decisions.
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

Vallen's IT Infrastructure team is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to own day-to-day network operations across a distributed national branch and distribution center footprint. This role operates with significant autonomy on hardware selection, vendor engagement, and technical troubleshooting, escalating architectural decisions to the Infrastructure Manager. A key near-term focus will be supporting connectivity requirements for an Azure cloud migration, working alongside architecture and systems teams to ensure network readiness throughout the transition.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Branch Network Lifecycle Management

  • Deploy and manage Meraki MX appliances across a national branch footprint, including configuration, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management
  • Coordinate new circuit installations and turn-ups with ISPs and managed service partners
  • Manage site surveys, cabling, and network buildouts for new branch locations
  • Coordinate smart-hands dispatches for remote physical work at branch sites
  • Conduct or coordinate on-site wireless network troubleshooting at customer and partner facilities

B2B VPN and Partner Connectivity

  • Own B2B VPN tunnel infrastructure including NAT rules, IP object groups, and partner-facing connectivity
  • Manage VPN tunnel migrations with carrier and managed service partners
  • Coordinate with external security and network teams at partner organizations to resolve cross-organizational connectivity issues
  • Manage DHCP reservations, DNS administration, and SNAT rules supporting partner connectivity

ISP and WAN Circuit Management

  • Serve as primary point of contact for ISP service tickets and outage resolution across DIA and FTTP circuits
  • Track circuit provisioning through managed service partner status meetings and ticketing systems
  • Manage packet loss investigations and escalations with ISP providers

Vendor and Procurement Coordination

  • Serve as primary contact for hardware vendors; manage PO creation, shipping logistics, and hardware procurement
  • Manage RMA processes with manufacturers including return logistics coordination
  • Evaluate and select hardware replacements when standard procurement channels are impractical
  • Approve vendor quotes and drive procurement decisions independently within scope

Cloud and Enterprise Connectivity

  • Design and support hybrid cloud connectivity for an ongoing Azure migration, including VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, VNet peering, NSGs, Azure Firewall, and Private Endpoints
  • Ensure network readiness for lift-and-shift workloads moving to Azure, coordinating with architecture and systems teams on connectivity requirements and cutover planning
  • Manage certificate lifecycles, DNS, DHCP, and network monitoring infrastructure
  • Provide escalation support for site-level and cloud connectivity issues, including QoS analysis, Teams/UC traffic optimization, and ISP coordination

Project and Cross-Functional Support

  • Provide network infrastructure support for customer implementation projects including new site buildouts and storeroom deployments
  • Participate in implementation calls as the infrastructure representative
  • Coordinate with external network partners on firewall policy management, SSL VPN operations, and security fabric health
  • Maintain network documentation, standards, and change management procedures
  • Mentor junior network staff and serve as technical escalation point within the team


Job Qualifications:

Required:
  • 5-8 years of hands-on enterprise network engineering experience
  • Demonstrated Cisco Meraki MX deployment and management experience across a multi-site environment; Meraki preferred
  • Experience owning B2B VPN tunnel infrastructure including NAT, SNAT, and IP object group management
  • ISP circuit lifecycle experience: procurement, turn-up coordination, outage escalation, DIA and FTTP
  • Strong working knowledge of routing and switching fundamentals: BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP, and QoS
  • Hands-on Azure networking experience: VNet/subnet design, hybrid connectivity, NSGs, Azure Firewall, and DNS
  • Experience coordinating with external vendor and partner organizations on technical issues
  • Ability to operate autonomously on hardware procurement, vendor management, and troubleshooting decisions
  • Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders

Preferred:
  • Experience with Cradlepoint 5G routers and SIM management
  • Familiarity with Fortinet security platforms (FortiGate, FortiAnalyzer, FortiClient EMS)
  • Experience supporting cloud migration projects from a network connectivity standpoint
  • Cisco Meraki CMNA (Meraki Network Associate)
  • Fortinet NSE 4 or higher certification
  • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) or Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)
  • Experience producing network reporting for non-technical stakeholders

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations will be evaluated and may be implemented to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position.
  • Work environment may not be temperature controlled; must have the ability to work in extreme hot or cold environments.
  • Must have the ability to work in dusty conditions.
  • May be required to handle hazardous materials and wear various forms of protective equipment (shoes, gloves, protective eyewear, etc.)
  • May be required to pass forklift and/or other warehouse equipment certifications (written and/or driving).
  • Assigned work shifts may vary and/or rotate.
  • Overtime may be required; extended day, evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand and may include little to no advanced notice.
  • Must be able to handle and work physical inventory; required to lift up to 25 lbs. or greater with assistance following standard operating and safety procedures. Other physical requirements including, regularly being required to stand, walk, kneel, bend, crouch, crawl, climb and balance.
  • Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus are required.

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About Vallen

Vallen is a leading provider of industrial distribution solutions for the manufacturing, construction, and maintenance industries. The company offers a wide range of products and services, including safety equipment, tools, and supplies, as well as inventory management and logistics solutions. Vallen was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Belmont, North Carolina. The company has more than 170 locations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Vallen is committed to providing high-quality products and services to its customers, and has received numerous awards and recognitions for its performance and innovation.
Learn more about Vallen
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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