[Remote] IT Network Engineer Senior

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Daikin Comfort is seeking a Senior IT Network Engineer who will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting the company's network infrastructure. The role requires ensuring the network operates smoothly and securely while leading various network-related projects and tasks.ResponsibilitiesLead the support for network-related hardware, software, and operating system configuration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and administrationConduct comprehensive network analyses and recommend upgrades and changes; assess the organization’s current and future network needsOversee the development and execution of advanced network solutions for application and IT infrastructure componentsEnsure strict compliance with policies, guidelines, and standard operating proceduresManage and configure Intrusion Protection Systems and Firewalls at an advanced levelSupervise the network backup process, ensuring network systems are properly backed up according to established policiesLead the review and installation of security patches to network devicesStay at the forefront of the latest technologies in the IT industryIdentify, research, evaluate, and recommend new and emerging technologies to enhance the organizational environment and increase automationDirect and manage network projects and execute complex network project task assignmentsProvide high-level analytical support in determining the root cause of complex network problems and implement effective action plansPerform additional projects and duties to support ongoing business needs at a strategic levelSkillsLead the support for network-related hardware, software, and operating system configuration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and administrationConduct comprehensive network analyses and recommend upgrades and changes; assess the organization's current and future network needsOversee the development and execution of advanced network solutions for application and IT infrastructure componentsEnsure strict compliance with policies, guidelines, and standard operating proceduresManage and configure Intrusion Protection Systems and Firewalls at an advanced levelSupervise the network backup process, ensuring network systems are properly backed up according to established policiesLead the review and installation of security patches to network devicesStay at the forefront of the latest technologies in the IT industryIdentify, research, evaluate, and recommend new and emerging technologies to enhance the organizational environment and increase automationDirect and manage network projects and execute complex network project task assignmentsProvide high-level analytical support in determining the root cause of complex network problems and implement effective action plansPerform additional projects and duties to support ongoing business needs at a strategic levelApplies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experienceManages projects and processes while working independently and with limited supervisionCoaches and reviews the work of lower-level professionalsProblems faced are difficult and sometimes complex; takes a new perspective on existing solutionsExtensive experience with Cisco Network Equipment and TechnologiesProven ability to develop complex problems and provide unique, customized solutionsStrong analytical and process management skillsAbility to interpret customer business needs and translate them into advanced network and operational requirementsExceptional written and verbal communication skillsAbility to perform and provide quality reviewsExperience in writing, reviewing, and/or updating SOX documentationExperience engaging third-party vendors to ensure network operational KPIs are metDemonstrated good judgment, strong work ethic, and integrity on the job8+ years supporting complex network infrastructureCCNP or equivalent required4-year degree in IT field preferredCompany OverviewDaikin Comfort is an air conditioning manufacturing and service providing company. It was founded in 1924, and is headquartered in Waller, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.daikincomfort.com.