IT Network Engineer

Salary: $120K - $130K Location Type: Remote Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Flock Safety is seeking a skilled IT Network Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and managing our network systems, ensuring seamless connectivity and optimal performance for all employees and operations. You will collaborate with various departments to translate business needs into technical solutions and continuously enhance our network architecture to support evolving company goals.

About Flock Safety

Flock Safety is an all-in-one technology solution dedicated to eliminating crime and enhancing community safety. Our intelligent platform unites communities—including cities, businesses, schools, and law enforcement agencies—to collaboratively build a safer future. Trusted across the nation, our full-service, maintenance-free technology helps solve and deter crime, contributing to safer communities for everyone.

Our comprehensive and intelligent public safety platform provides actionable evidence to solve, deter, and reduce crime in neighborhoods, schools, businesses, and entire cities. We are committed to transparency and privacy, transforming unbiased data into objective answers.

At Flock, we offer a career-defining experience where you can make a tangible impact on your community. While safety is our focus, we foster a supportive remote environment that cultivates strong relationships. Our dedicated employees thrive in a positive, inclusive culture that rewards initiative and action.

Flock has secured over $700M in venture capital from prominent investors like Tiger Global, Andreessen Horowitz, Matrix Partners, Bedrock Capital, Meritech Capital Partners, and Initialized Capital. With a valuation exceeding $7.5B, Flock is strategically scaling and actively seeking top talent to achieve our goal of reducing crime in the United States by 25% within the next three years.

Requirements

Technical Expertise:

• Network Design & Implementation: Proven experience designing, implementing, and maintaining LANs, WANs, and wireless networks. Familiarity with major network hardware and software.
• Protocols: Solid understanding of network protocols such as TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP.
• Hardware: Experience with network devices from leading vendors including Cisco, Juniper, Meraki, and Aruba.
• Configuration: Proficiency in configuring and managing firewalls, routers, switches, and wireless access points.
• Security: Knowledge of network security best practices and tools, including experience implementing and managing firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
• Troubleshooting: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a systematic approach to resolving complex network issues.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences and collaborate effectively across departments.
• Proactive & Resourceful: A self-starter capable of monitoring performance, anticipating problems, and researching new technologies to improve infrastructure.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Network Engineer or in a similar role, with a strong understanding of network hardware and software.

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Certifications:

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or equivalent certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage the company's network infrastructure.
• Ensure seamless connectivity and optimal performance for all employees and operations.
• Collaborate with various departments to understand their needs and translate them into technical network solutions.
• Continuously improve network architecture to support evolving company goals.
• Implement and manage network security measures to protect data and systems.
• Monitor network performance, identify potential issues, and troubleshoot complex network problems.
• Research and adopt new technologies to enhance the network infrastructure.

Application Instructions

We encourage individuals who may not meet every qualification to apply. Studies indicate that women and minorities are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet all criteria. We value diversity and encourage you to challenge the status quo by applying for positions that align with your skills and interests.