[Remote] Sr Network Solutions Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. T5 Data Centers seeks a Senior Network Solutions Engineer to design, implement, secure, monitor, and support network infrastructure for data center operations and critical facility systems. The role provides technical ownership of networks connecting operational technology and facility platforms, while collaborating across construction, operations, facilities, IT, security, engineering, customers, and vendors to maintain secure, resilient, highly available environments.

Responsibilities

• The Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, administration, security, monitoring, and ongoing support of network infrastructure supporting T5 data center operations and critical facility systems
• This position provides technical ownership and support for networks connecting Operational Technology (OT) and facility management platforms, including Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), environmental monitoring, physical access control, surveillance, and other systems necessary for the safe and reliable operation of T5 data center facilities from construction phase through operational phase up to external certifications
• Network Engineer works closely with Data Center Construction, Operations, Facilities Management, Information Technology, Information Security, engineering teams, customers, vendors, and third-party service providers to maintain secure, resilient, highly available, and properly documented network environments
• Install, configure, administer, and support networks and network devices such as switches, routers, firewalls, wireless infrastructure, VPNs, etc. in support of ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type 2 and PCI DSS
• Provide network engineering and technical support for Operational Technology and facility systems, including:
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS)
• Environmental and facility monitoring systems
• Physical Access Control Systems
• Video surveillance and security systems
• Power, cooling, UPS, generator, and related monitoring platforms
• Data center infrastructure monitoring and management systems
• Other network-connected facility and operational equipment
• Monitor network traffic, bandwidth utilization, latency, packet loss, interface errors, device health, environmental conditions to ensure optimal performance, availability, reliability, and minimal downtime
• Implement, maintain, and oversee technical security controls protecting data center networks, operational systems, infrastructure, and associated data
• Support vulnerability management activities involving network and OT systems, including vulnerability identification, risk assessment, remediation planning, patch coordination, and validation
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors, manufacturers, integrators, and service providers
• Ensure third-party remote access is appropriately authenticated, authorized, segmented, monitored, and restricted to required systems and services
• Respond to network outages, performance degradation, cybersecurity events, and other incidents affecting data center operational systems and assist with containment, investigation, recovery, and restoration activities following security incidents
• Participate in the development, implementation, maintenance, and testing of business continuity and disaster recovery plans for critical network and operational systems
• Develop implementation plans, technical procedures, testing criteria, risk assessments, validation procedures, and rollback plans for significant network changes
• Maintain standardized network device configurations and configuration baselines
• Develop and maintain accurate network architecture and topology diagrams. Ensure emergency network changes are documented and reviewed in accordance with established procedures
• Maintain accurate inventories of network equipment, including manufacturer, model, serial number, location, IP address, firmware version, warranty, and lifecycle status where applicable
• Maintain appropriate records necessary to support troubleshooting, security reviews, compliance assessments, and audits
• Assist with technical risk assessments involving new and existing network and operational systems
• Document identified risks and participate in developing appropriate remediation or risk-treatment plans
• Work with IT Compliance and other stakeholders to ensure new systems and significant changes receive appropriate security review prior to implementation
• Serve as a technical resource to provide technical guidance regarding network architecture, connectivity, cybersecurity, and operational requirements for Data Center Construction, Operations, Facilities Management, IT, Information Security, engineering teams, and other teams
• Participate in project planning and technical reviews for new data center facilities, expansions, system replacements, and technology modernization initiatives
• Maintain awareness of emerging networking technologies, cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, vendor advisories, and industry practices relevant to data center and OT environments
• There will be travel associated with this position as required to perform the job duties. All business-related travel will be reimbursed per T5’s standard expense guidelines and processes

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent combination of education, certifications, and relevant professional experience may be considered
• 7-10 years of demonstrated professional experience administering and supporting enterprise network environments
• Experience supporting network infrastructur within data centers, critical facilities, industrial environments, or other high-availability environments
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking and Layer 2/Layer 3 network architecture
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting enterprise switches, routers, firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, ACLs, and related network technologies
• Knowledge of network security principles including segmentation, least privilege, secure remote access, authentication, and defense in depth
• Experience with network monitoring, logging, configuration management, and troubleshooting tools, syslog, SNMP, NetFlow or similar traffic analysis technologies
• Experience with vulnerability management, configuration hardening, security monitoring, and incident response
• Experience working within formal change management, configuration management, and incident management processes
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks or standards applicable to enterprise and Operational Technology environments
• Familiarity with API calls and implementation standards and AI communication principles
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively to technical and non-technical personnel
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with cross-functional teams, vendors, and management
• Ability to travel to data sites and install physical devices as needed
• Ability to evaluate technical risks and recommend practical solutions
• Ability to balance cybersecurity requirements with operational availability requirements
• Ability to manage multiple technical issues and priorities simultaneously
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive technical and business information
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• GIAC or other cybersecurity/OT security certifications
• Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, Check Point, Cisco, or comparable network/security vendor certifications
• Other relevant network, cybersecurity, data center, or Operational Technology certifications
• Equivalent demonstrated experience may be considered in place of certifications

Benefits

• All business-related travel will be reimbursed per T5’s standard expense guidelines and processes

Company Overview

• T5 Data Centers owns and operates enterprise and wholesale data centers across North America. It was founded in 2008, and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.t5datacenters.com.