Network Engineer in Birmingham, AL at Books-A-Million, Inc.

Date Posted: 3/8/2023

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Job Snapshot

Employee Type:

Full-Time
Location:

Birmingham, AL
Job Type:

Information Technology
Experience:

Not Specified
Date Posted:

3/8/2023

About Us

Founded in 1917 as a street corner newsstand in Florence, Alabama, Books-A-Million, Inc. has grown to become the premier book retailing chain in the Southeastern United States, and the second largest book retailer in the nation. Based in Birmingham, Alabama, the company currently operates more than 260 stores in 32 states. In addition to its primary retail component, the corporation includes a book wholesale and distribution subsidiary, American Wholesale Book Company, an e-commerce division operating as BOOKSAMILLION.COM, and an internet development and services company, NetCentral, in Nashville, Tennessee.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Manager, Technical Services, the Network Administrator is responsible for setting up, configuring and providing support for internal and/or external networks and systems. Other duties include developing and maintaining all security and network configurations and addressing network performance issues.

Role and Responsibilities

Provides general network support
Performs upgrades to systems and applies security patches as needed
Configures routers, switches, WAPs, and firewalls
Ensures the security of stored information and grants access to relevant users
Orders, installs, troubleshoots, and repairs network and other hardware
Automates jobs via scripting and programming
Orders, maintains, and disconnects network circuits and data lines
Design network infrastructure, implement and document designs in a clear, concise, and accurate manner
Performs other duties as directed

Job Requirements

Qualifications and Education Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent GED required
At least 3-5 years of prior related experience working in a similar environment
Experience configuring routers, switches, WAPs, and firewalls
Working understanding of VPN technologies, VLANs, network segregation, security best practices
Ability to design, implement, and troubleshoot enterprise-class secure WLAN solutions
In-depth understanding of wireless, wired, VPN, and cloud network technology and protocols
Knowledge of best practices concerning management, control, security, and monitoring of network/server infrastructure

Preferred Skills

Experience with Palo Alto firewalls, including configuration (firewall rules, routing, VPN tunnels, etc.)
Experience with HPE/Aruba switch and WAP hardware
Experience with cloud, on-prem, and SD-WAN network technologies
Experience in a distributed retail environment, preferably including PCI compliance
Ability to understand and follow technical manuals and technical directions
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to interact with all end users in a professional and timely manner

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Must be able to sit at a computer or desk for extended periods of time.
Must be able to use hands/arms to operate keyboard, telephone and for repetitive motion activities.
Must be able to lift objects up to 25 lbs. with or without assistance.
Must be able to communicate using speech, sight, and sound with or without assistive device.
Must be able to stand, walk, stoop or crouch while performing daily activities of the job.