IT Networking Engineer

Vermont Information Processing is the country's leading provider of software solutions for the beverage industry. We craft the technology that assists in every part of a beverage's journey from its creator to your glass!  For over 50 years VIP's success has been driven by the relationships we've built with our beverage customers and partners. We work to solve their mission-critical problems, provide innovative solutions for their businesses and never stop reimagining ways that we can help them succeed.  

We are seeking a skilled and motivated IT Networking Engineer to join our IT Team in Colchester, VT. The ideal candidate will have experience in Arista core switching, Palo Alto firewalls, and Mist wireless networks. This role also includes designing, implementing, and supporting site-to-site IPSec VPN tunnels with our customers throughout the country, as well as managing Palo Alto GlobalProtect VPN for employees.

Position Type: Full Time, Hybrid. This position will report to our office headquarters in Colchester, VT

Key Responsibilities:

• Network Infrastructure Support & Management
  • Configure, deploy, and maintain Arista core switches, ensuring high availability and optimal performance
  • Support and administer Palo Alto firewalls, including policy management, security rule configurations, and threat prevention
  • Manage and optimize Mist wireless networks to ensure seamless connectivity and high performance
  • Maintain and support Cisco campus switches for employee connectivity
• VPN & Security Implementation
  • Design, implement, and support site-to-site IPSec VPN tunnels with customers and partners.  Troubleshoot VPN connectivity issues and optimize configurations for security and performance. Monitor and maintain VPN connections, ensuring uptime and reliability
  • Manage and support Palo Alto GlobalProtect VPN for employees, ensuring secure remote access
• Network Optimization & Troubleshooting
  • Perform network monitoring, diagnosis, and troubleshooting using appropriate tools
  • Identify and resolve connectivity, latency, and security issues within network infrastructure
  • Work with vendors and third-party providers for hardware/software support and troubleshooting
• Project Design & Implementation
  • Assist in designing and implementing network solutions to meet business requirements
  • Provide recommendations for network improvements and upgrades
  • Document network designs, configurations, and best practices

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in network engineering or a similar role
• Strong knowledge of IPSec VPN tunnels, including implementation and troubleshooting
• Proficiency in networking technologies  such as BGP, VLANs, and QoS
• Understanding of firewall policies, security best practices, and threat management
• Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools
• Ability to document network designs and configurations clearly

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Arista core switching, when designed in a leaf-spine architecture.  In depth knowledge of EVPN-VXLAN overlays and BGP configuration and troubleshooting in multi-AS environments
• Experience with Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) and associated security policies, as well as supporting Palo Alto GlobalProtect
• Experience with Mist wireless networking.  General knowledge of 802.11 wireless standards and RADIUS authentication.  Experience in troubleshooting wireless issues in a mixed client (Windows & MacOS) environment
• Experience working in a multi-site network environment
• Knowledge of cloud networking (AWS, Azure) is beneficial

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, as well as the ability to work with other internal teams as needs arise
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure
• Willingness to stay updated on the latest networking technologies and trends

Benefits Include:

• Health Insurance
• Vision and Dental Expense Reimbursement
• 401k and Profit Sharing
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• On-site Child Care Center (VT)
• On-site Fitness Center (VT)
• On-site Health Clinic (VT) 
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Combined Time Off and Floating Holidays
• Flexible Schedule 

All full time job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

VIP offers the unique opportunity to become a valued member of an industry-leading organization. We provide a great work environment and benefits that support a healthy work/life balance, as well as growth opportunities and a generous retirement plan that support a stable future. Consistently named one of the Best Places to Work in Vermont, our goal is to offer an atmosphere that you can look forward to being a part of every day.