NETWORK ENGINEER - CHARLOTTE (HYBRID)

Compass Group
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
2400 Yorkmont Road (Show on map)
May 02, 2025
Compass Technology Who We Are Compass Technology is a dedicated internal team for Compass Group delivering enterprise-wide initiatives that support our diverse customer base and enhance our business operations. Our domain encompasses a vast spectrum of opportunities, from hands-on desk support to Cybersecurity, Cloud Engineering, AI, and Modern Application development. We are committed to building robust IT infrastructures, driving digital transformation, and much more. Compass Group is the leading foodservice management and support services company, with $26 billion in revenue in 2023. In 2023, Compass Group was named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers along Springbuk's Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America (since 2019). Job Summary: The Network Services team is responsible for building, supporting, and optimizing the Compass North American network in all on-premises and cloud environments. The Network Services team works hand in hand with all technology teams within the Enterprise Architecture and Shared Services Technology (EASST) division to support the goals of Compass Technology, Sports, Entertainment & Leisure, and Compass Group. The Network Engineer is responsible for the ongoing configuration and support of the organization's network infrastructure that powers the wired, wireless, and VoIP and POS connectivity needs of the sport entertainment and leisure venues, field sites and corporate and remote offices. This individual will be deploying, configuring, and maintaining enterprise level networks to support data communications. The Network Engineer works as a member of the Network Services team and is charged to understand the goals/objectives of that team and how it supports those of the Enterprise Architecture and Shared Services Technology division. Job Responsibilities Responsible for the operational stability and support of our LAN, WAN, and wireless networking infrastructure to achieve targeted uptime and reliability Responsible for the deployment and integration of new sites and services Monitor the health of all networking devices and WAN/Internet circuits leveraging tools like SolarWinds for automated alerting and reports Perform backup and restore testing/validation weekly/monthly/quarterly Provide tier 1and tier 2 support for incidents related to any technology owned and supported by the Network Services group Provide project support for openings, new builds, upgrades and moves at venues Fortinet, Meraki, HPE Aruba and traditional Cisco network management. Firewall configuration and management, Fortigate and FortiManger preferred SD-WAN technologies including Fortinet and Meraki. Experience with network protocols, such as EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, and NAT. Understanding of general security concepts and protocols such as IPSec, SSL/TLS, IDS/IPS, WAF and DDoS protection. Network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds. Familiarity with cloud and hybrid cloud networks Job Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, or combination of education and experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills (English) Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Positive attitude and solutions-oriented thinking Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences PREFERRED: Fortinet Network Security Expert certification (NSE4) Cisco or equivalent associate-level collaboration certification (CCNA-Collaboration) Apply to Compass Group today! Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Compass Technology maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be p formed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information. Req ID:1420584 Compass Technology MARY DICKSON