Network Engineer II Job at Perdue Farms (Salisbury)

Network Engineer II

Perdue Farms

Location:
United States , Salisbury

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

68000.00 - 102000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Network Engineer II plays a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining the organization’s enterprise network infrastructure. This includes managing firewalls, routers, SDWAN solutions, wired and wireless connectivity, and network access control systems to ensure seamless and secure operations. In this mid-level position, you will apply your strong foundation in modern networking best practices while working hands on with advanced hardware and software. You will be responsible for diagnosing and resolving complex network issues in real time, helping to keep critical systems running smoothly. Collaboration is central to this role. You will partner closely with senior network engineers, IT operations, and security teams to optimize performance, enhance reliability, and strengthen the organization’s overall network security posture. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional looking to deepen their expertise and make a meaningful impact on a dynamic, high performing IT environment.

Job Responsibility:

Configure, and maintain LAN/WAN infrastructure, including routers, sdwan, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems. Technology is both on prem and cloud managed
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network-related projects and initiatives
Implement and maintain network security measures, including VPNs, firewalls, and access controls
Perform network capacity planning and recommend upgrades or enhancements
Document network configurations, procedures, and changes
Provide Tier II support for escalated network issues from both customers and junior engineers

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree with preferred emphasis in Management Information Systems or Computer Science or equivalent work experience in a similar role
5+ years in managing and deploying network devices (Routers, Switches, Load balancers, Access Points, Wireless Controllers)
Advanced network problem solving and troubleshooting skills including running wire captures to determine where a problem may exist
Experience with network segmentation for the purpose of reducing risk to critical processes on a network
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice to have:

Incident and Problem management experience
SD-Wan experience, preferably with Silverpeak / Arube Edge Connect
Network Certifications (CCNA or CCNP) or other equivalent network certifications
Managing all types of network transport including: MPLS, Ethernet, Broadband, T1’s, LTE, and Satellite
Cloud managed network experience such as Aruba Central or Cisco Meraki
Cloud network experience in one or more of the 3 major cloud platforms
Operation Technology network background and familiar with Purdue model for ICS

What we offer:

medical/Rx
401(k) with employer match after 1 year
critical illness
accident insurance
dental
vision
life insurance
optional group life insurance
short-term and long-term disability protection
flexible spending accounts
paid time off
annual bonus available (variable depending on performance)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 23, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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