Network Engineer

Location

This position is 100% in-office and reports to our facility on site in Corona, CA (must be local or willing to relocate at your own expense).

Job Summary

At Rapid Response Monitoring Services, our mission is to make the world a safer place through the protection of life and property. We are on the cutting edge of enterprise technology, operating a state-of-the-art data center that powers critical monitoring services for our clients. As a Network Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work with the latest networking hardware and software from industry leaders like Cisco, f5 Networks, Pure Storage, and Palo Alto Networks. We're looking for a motivated professional with enthusiasm for working in a collaborative in-office environment with our talented IT team.

As a member of our network engineering team, you will play a key role in maintaining the performance and security of our network. The stability of both our internal systems and the infrastructure supporting our customers is essential to our service delivery and your efforts in helping maintain 99.999% uptime will be vital to our success. This position offers opportunities for growth and the chance to work alongside a skilled team within a complex and dynamic infrastructure.

Key Focus Areas

• Cisco network infrastructure (switches, routers, firewalls)
• Palo Alto firewalls
• F5 load balancing solutions
• WAN/Internet architecture
• SD-WAN, VPN and high-availability design

Salary Range

$90,000 - $125,000 per year, based on experience

Why Rapid Response?

• Operate a cutting-edge, highly available data center infrastructure
• Work with the latest enterprise networking technologies
• Collaborate with a passionate, forward-thinking IT team
• Contribute to the reliability and performance of mission-critical services

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize internal LAN and associated network equipment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on network-related projects and initiatives
• Participate in on-call rotations and be available for emergency after-hours support
• Diagnose and resolve network issues in support of a 99.999% uptime SLA
• Research new technologies and educational opportunities continually
• Maintain network in accordance with established security and compliance standards

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in network engineering or a similar role
• Relevant certifications such as Cisco CCNA, CCNP or CompTIA Network+
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field
• Experience with enterprise networking technologies and protocols (OSPF, BGP, QoS, etc.)
• Knowledge of network security, virtualization, and storage concepts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical information
• Ability to obtain Department of Defense security clearance

What awaits you at Rapid Response

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Wellness Program + Wellness DAYS OFF
• Internal advancement opportunities
• The opportunity to make an impact on communities across the country every day

About Rapid Response

Rapid Response Monitoring is a national leader in the monitoring of alarms and security systems. Designated as an Essential Business by the Department of Homeland Security, we are dedicated to protecting life and property. Founded and headquartered in Syracuse since 1992, with offices in California and Nevada. Our growing organization serves as a critical response center focused on protecting life, residences, and businesses. Whether it’s a kitchen fire, an intruder at a business, a family member experiencing a medical emergency, or preventative non-emergency customer service conversations, our heroes are here to serve every day - 24/7, 365 days a year. Supported by teams of experts in their respective fields, our highly trained specialists are the monitoring backbone for thousands of alarm companies across the country. If you are in search of a unique, rewarding career opportunity in an industry like no other, join #TeamRapid!

Located in Franklin Square, Rapid Response prides itself as a newly remodeled state-of-the-art facility containing ultra-modern technology. From touch-free entrances and continual sanitization to iPad break rooms and comfortable lounge areas, our employees enjoy a pristine and contemporary work environment.

Additional Information

Rapid Response offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and dynamic and professional work environments. We also offer continued growth through our internal advancement opportunities. For more information, view our website at https://www.rrms.com/careers/. Rapid Response is an Equal Opportunity Employer.