Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility:  The Network Engineer is primarily responsible for engineering, configuration, installation, maintenance, and upgrade of networks, routers, switches, firewalls, remote access systems, and network management systems. This role requires a strong understanding of network protocols, hardware, and software, as well as excellent problem-solving skills.Essential Job Duties:Level I - MinimumAssist in research, evaluation, and recommendation of networking hardware such as routers, switches, firewalls,  remote access systems, and network management systems. Assist in designing, configuring, or upgrading local and wide area networks (LAN/WAN/WLAN).Assist in identifying, diagnosing, and resolving connection, reliability, or performance issues.Keep the workroom neat, organized, and secure.Work under close to moderate supervision with limited latitude for independent judgment.Consult with senior peers on non-complex projects to learn through experience.Apply basic application management and administration skills with a moderate level of proficiency.Represent the department and the organization favorably and in accordance with established Company standards and associate attributes.Work within defined ITIL processes such as change and incident management.Other duties as assigned by management.Level II – Fully meets the responsibilities of Level I plus the following:Research, evaluate, and recommend networking hardware and software such as routers, switches, firewalls, remote access systems, and network management systems. Design, configure, or upgrade local/wide area networks (LAN/WAN/WLAN).Identify, diagnose, and resolve connection, reliability, or performance issues with little guidance from senior members of the team.Work within and assist with management of defined IT processes and procedures.Work with little to no supervision with latitude for independent judgment.Consult with senior peers on medium to complex projects.Assist in overseeing the primary activities of individual contributors (see above) to ensure completion of tasks and attainment of departmental goals.Senior – Fully meets the responsibilities of Level II plus the following:Work with little to no supervision with extreme latitude for independent judgmentProficient in all levels and phases of network supportPartner with key vendors to manage and maintain currency of technology and firmware.Serve as escalation point for issues beyond more junior team members authority; resolve conflicts involving scheduling, resources, or technical issuesMay be responsible for helping to plan annual budget for department's personnel, capital, and/or operation expenses