Principal Engineer - Enterprise NetworkingMeridian, ID 83642Why join CompuNet?CompuNet values its people more than any other asset—and realizes the contributions made by each employee are a reflection of their education, experience, certifications, expertise and passions. We strive to take care of each other, do the right thing and help our customers succeed. We work to build lasting relationships and are proud that our customers across many industries see us as a trusted advisor. Putting the customer at the center of every engagement, our mission is to design, test, deploy and support the right IT solutions for every customer.We offer a generous total compensation package for our employees, including competitive wages, medical, dental, vision, PTO, company-matching retirement plans, profit-sharing and more.What You'll DoOur engineers are the foundation of success for our customers and our business.
We are seeking an Enterprise Networking Senior Solutions Engineer to join our team in Boise, Idaho. This role will perform the following responsibilities:Deliver best-practice network designs and implementations producing reliable, available, and scalable network solutionsPerform analysis, diagnosis, and fault isolation of existing client network issuesPrepare project proposals including Bill of Materials, Engineering Professional Services Estimate, and Statement of WorkPrepare and deliver post implementation documentation to clientsMaintain and develop relationships with clientsServe as a hands-on post-sales engineer implementing and supporting networking projectsPhysically install equipment including routers, switches, and other network infrastructure as neededPerform upgrades on customer equipmentAnticipate IT industry trends and future directions, understand client business objectives, and incorporate this information into proposed architectural solutions to fit future needs and initiativesDiscover, audit and document client infrastructuresProvide technical thought leadership while interacting closely with clientsMaintain and increase technical certifications based upon certification requirement changes and business market requirementsWho You AreYou're a strong team player that is invested in helping your customers succeed and contributing to a great company culture. You have the following knowledge, skills, abilities and/or education:7+ years designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise LAN/WAN networksStrong hands-on knowledge of the following Cisco networking solutions including LAN, WAN, switching (L2 & L3), routing (BGP, OSPF & EIGRP), data center, wireless, firewalling, VPN, QoS, & MPLSProficient in IOS, IOS-XE and NX-OSStrong knowledge of routers, Catalyst/Nexus switches, wireless solutions, SD-WAN, and Next Gen FirewallsExperience in creating and defining new network architectures and explaining complex issues/situationsAbility to explore new ideas and make innovative contributions to existing network processes or solutionsExcellent documentation, presentation, and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication skills and client-facing skillsCCNP or CCIE Route/Switch certification or equivalent experienceMaintain technical certificationsExperience troubleshooting complex network issuesOur ideal candidate will also have the following preferred knowledge and experience:Knowledge and experience with implementation and support Cisco and Meraki networksKnowledge of other vendor networks, such as Juniper/Mist, Aruba, or Arista, JuniperExperience with Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE)Experience with SASE Networking and Cyber Security implementationsExperience with Cisco DNA/Catalyst CenterExperience with VXLAN design and implementationsExperience with Cisco and Palo Alto NGFW platformsExperience gathering customer requirements, white boarding/presenting solutions, developing a Bill of Materials (BOM) and preparing project Statements of Work (SOWs)CCIE Route/Switch or equivalent experienceBachelors degree or higher in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, or related fieldAdditional InformationAt CompuNet, we strive to do the right thing - that includes taking care of our employees. We offer a full and comprehensive compensation package to all our employees, including:Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending AccountsLife and AD&D insurance, Disability coverage, Critical Illness and Accident InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO) and paid HolidaysCompany-matching 401(k)Profit SharingCompetitive salaryThe estimated base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $150,000 per year.
Actual salary will depend on a variety of factors, including location and job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, experience, training, certifications, education, or performance. This position is eligible for variable compensation, such as commission, bonuses, and profit sharing, in addition to the base salary.Who we areCompuNet, Inc. is an engineering-led IT solution provider that offers consulting, design, and professional services. Our strength lies in our team of outcome-driven and relationship-focused professionals with a long history of designing IT solutions.
Our team of highly skilled engineers take the lead in designing, developing, and implementing solutions that address complex business challenges. This team takes ownership for the entire project lifecycle, from discovery and design through deployment, training, and handoff.We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.