[Hiring] Senior Network Engineer @Hood Container Corporation

Role Description

The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining a secure, scalable network infrastructure that supports Hood Container's manufacturing operations and business objectives across all company locations. This is a hands-on technical role that combines network architecture and daily operations with a strong security focus.

• Own the reliability and performance of our network from the front office to the plant floor.
• Lead infrastructure projects such as SD-WAN deployments and network segmentation.
• Serve as the subject-matter expert for routing, switching, wireless, and security.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including plant operations, IT, and cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5-7+ years of experience in network engineering with a demonstrated focus on network security.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, routing, and switching (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF).
• Experience with firewall management (e.g., Palo Alto Networks, Meraki).
• Proficiency with VPNs, SASE, IDS/IPS, NDR, EDR, and SIEM systems.
• Expert knowledge of wireless networking standards (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax) and security protocols (WPA2, WPA3).
• Strong understanding of SD-WAN architecture, including edge devices, controllers, and orchestrators.
• Proficiency in network security principles and practices, particularly as they relate to SD-WAN environments.
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark).
• Strong understanding of encryption technologies, authentication methods, and network access control.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and travel to plant locations as required.

Requirements

• Collaborate with the Security Team to monitor network performance and security using EDR, NDR, and SIEM tools.
• Maintain patching and update schedules for all network devices to mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security risks.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents, breaches, and cyber threats.
• Support network infrastructure across multiple manufacturing plants, ensuring consistent standards, configurations, and security posture.
• Travel to plant locations as needed (up to 35%) for deployments, troubleshooting, and infrastructure assessments.
• Collaborate with plant operations and OT teams to support plant-floor network connectivity.
• Serve as a technical resource and business partner for plant managers and stakeholders.
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to junior network engineers and IT staff.
• Maintain comprehensive, up-to-date documentation of network configurations, topology, security policies, and procedures.
• Generate regular reports on network security status, incidents, and remediation efforts.

Benefits

• Competitive pay & benefits: Competitive base salary, an annual bonus program, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Continuous learning: Paid training and development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
• Caring & Empowering Company Culture: Supportive & collaborative team dedicated to seeing you unbox your potential.
• Growing Company in a Sustainable Industry.