Networking Engineer

Ameris Bank•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Ameris Bank is a purpose-driven company, dedicated to bringing financial peace of mind to communities, one person at a time. Whether a customer wants to grow their business, buy a home, or feel confident in their retirement plan, they have a partner in Ameris Bank. We serve customers in our locations across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and nationwide through our extensive digital offerings and mobile app. Delivering financial peace of mind starts with a team that values integrity and rewards ingenuity. At Ameris, you’ll find teammates who are inclusive, collaborative problem-solvers who go the extra mile to support one another and to meet every customer’s needs. When teammates are empowered and bring their diverse perspectives to the table, we create the best possible outcomes for our customers. At Ameris, we know that a growth mindset is key for high performance and fosters an environment that prioritizes continuous improvement. Teammates have access to Employee Resource Groups that serve as advocates and purpose and how you can bring it to life as an Ameris Bank teammate. The Networking Engineer is responsible for implementing, supporting. and maintaining the network infrastructure of the organization. This role involves supporting the network’s performance, ensuring its security, and troubleshooting any issues that arise. Performs other projects and duties as assigned.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Networking Engineer (Support, Break/Fix, Automation).
Solid understanding of communication protocols (mainly TCP/IP) and LAN/WAN routing protocols (e.g., MPLS, BGP, OSPF).
Familiarity with access control models and network security.
Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds and Live Action networking tools).
Understanding of network operating systems (e.g., Cisco IOS, Cisco NX-OS, Aruba).
4 to 8 years of experience within network engineering or related roles such as Network Administration or Networking Analyst.
Hands-On experience with network design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
Proficiency in network protocols; TCP/IP, MPLS, BGP, and OSPF.
Experience with network security implementing and maintaining security measures to protect data and infrastructure.
High School Diploma or GED required

Nice To Haves

Understanding of coding languages for scripting (e.g., Python, Perl) preferred.
Familiarity with network tools; diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis of SolarWinds and Live Action (NetFlow Feeds).
BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Professional certification (e.g., CCNA, CCNP) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Design and Implementation Deploy and support functional networks (Cisco ACI, LAN, WLAN, WAN, Virtual Infrastructures).
Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS).
Assist with supporting and implementation of network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Monitor network performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
Diagnose and troubleshoot network issues, including service outages and other problems.
Perform network maintenance and system upgrades, including service packs, patches, hot fixes, and security configurations.
Optimization and Documentation Conduct network modeling and analysis to construct a reliable, high-performance integrated network.
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented networks.
Suggest improvements to network performance, capacity, and scalability.
Collaboration and Mentorship Collaborate with executive team members, principals, decision makers, and stakeholders to define business requirements and systems goals.
Mentor and support junior network administrator/engineering staff.
Communicate with users to address their networking needs and issues.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Ameris Bank absorbs a major portion of the cost of healthcare. You become eligible for coverage on the first of the month following 30 days of employment
Life Insurance provided at no additional cost to employees
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage
Long-Term Disability Coverage
Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
11 Holidays
Volunteer/Service Day
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan
Ameris Bank matches 50% of your first 8% of contributions to the plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Supplemental Life & Other Insurance Plans
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Legal Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Advocacy Program
Tickets at Work (Entertainment discounts for Ameris Bank Employees)
AT&T Employee Discount
Wellness Discounts for Medical Premiums and Other Rewards
Employee Referral Incentive
Education Assistance
Employee Resource Groups
Free Interest Checking
Free Safe Deposit Box
Free Money Orders, Travelers’ Checks and Cashier Checks
Discount on Mortgage Origination Fee
Free Online Banking and Free Unlimited Online Bill Payment