Senior Network Engineer

Welcome to United Natural Foods-UNFI, where we are committed to providing high-quality, sustainable food products to communities across the country. As a Senior Network Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of our network infrastructure. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual with a passion for technology and a dedication to delivering exceptional results. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in network engineering, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

1. Design and implement network solutions that meet the company's business needs and objectives.
2. Monitor network performance and troubleshoot any issues that arise, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
3. Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement new technologies to improve network performance and security.
5. Conduct regular network audits to ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.
6. Evaluate, recommend, and implement network hardware and software upgrades as needed.
7. Provide guidance and support to junior network engineers and other IT staff.
8. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in network technology, and make recommendations for their implementation.
9. Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support and network emergencies.
10. Communicate with vendors and service providers to ensure timely resolution of network issues and maintenance.
11. Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans for the network infrastructure.
12. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to network security and data privacy.
13. Train end-users on best practices for network usage and security.
14. Collaborate with the security team to monitor and mitigate network security threats.
15. Maintain and enforce network policies and procedures to ensure network security and reliability.
16. Conduct regular network performance analysis and provide recommendations for improvement.
17. Proactively identify and address potential network vulnerabilities and risks.
18. Manage network capacity planning and make recommendations for network expansion as needed.
19. Lead network-related projects, including planning, execution, and documentation.
20. Continuously evaluate and improve network processes and procedures.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Senior Network Engineer in Providence, RI, USA is $100,000 to $120,000 per year. This may vary depending on the specific company, experience level, and other factors such as certifications and specialized skills. Additionally, bonuses and benefits may also be included in the total compensation package.

UNFI was founded in 1996 by the merger of two regional distributors, Mountain People's Warehouse (founded in 1976, serving the Western U.S.) and Cornucopia Natural Foods (founded in 1977, serving the Eastern U.S.), forming the first natural products distributorship with national scope. Since 1996, other regional distributors have merged with UNFI, filling in the distribution footprint and making UNFI the largest distributor of natural products.