Sr IT Infrastructure Engineer, Network

Job Title:  Sr IT Infrastructure Engineer, Network

Department:  Information Technology

Location:  Remote or Hybrid (Grand Rapids, MI)

About Acrisure

Acrisure is a global Fintech leader that combines the best of humans and high tech to offer multiple financial products and services to millions of businesses and individual clients. We connect clients to solutions that help them protect and grow what matters, including Insurance, Reinsurance, Cyber Services, Mortgage Origination and more.

Acrisure employs over 17,000 entrepreneurial colleagues in 21 countries and have grown from $38 million to $4.3 billion in revenue in just over ten years. Our culture is defined by our entrepreneurial spirit and all that comes with it: innovation, client centricity and an indomitable will to win.

Job Summary:

As a Senior member of our Infrastructure Engineering team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing our hybrid networking environments, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure as the cloud provider. Your in-depth experience with Zscaler technologies (ZIA, ZPA), Palo Alto firewalls, Meraki (full stack), and traditional Cisco networking solutions will be a key in ensuring the robustness, scalability, and security of our network infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain hybrid network infrastructures that integrate on-premises data centers with Azure cloud environments.
• Develop and enforce network architecture standards, ensuring optimal performance and security.
• Configure and manage Azure Virtual Networks (VNets), ExpressRoute, VPN gateways, and other Azure networking components.
• Optimize network traffic within Azure and between on-premises and cloud environments.
• Implement and manage Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) for secure and efficient access to internet and internal resources.
• Integrate Zscaler solutions into the organization's security framework.
• Administer and optimize Palo Alto firewalls to maintain robust security across on-premises and cloud environments.
• Deploy and manage Meraki switches, security appliances, and wireless infrastructure.
• Monitor and troubleshoot network performance to ensure reliability.
• Oversee traditional Cisco networking environments, ensuring seamless integration with cloud and hybrid environments.
• Maintain and optimize existing Cisco infrastructure.
• Ensure all network solutions adhere to company security policies and industry regulations.
• Conduct security assessments and work with security teams to address vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive network solutions.
• Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, processes, and procedures.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in hybrid network design, implementation, and management.
• Strong knowledge of Azure networking, Zscaler technologies, Palo Alto firewalls, and Meraki and traditional Cisco networking.
• Experience with network monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with a focus on diagnosing and resolving complex network issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards in network configuration and documentation. 

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on hybrid environments.
• Hands-on experience with Azure networking services, Zscaler technologies (ZIA, ZPA), Palo Alto firewalls, Meraki full stack, and Cisco networking solutions.
• Azure certifications (Azure Network Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect)
• Zscaler certifications (ZCCA, ZTCA)
• Palo Alto certifications (PCNSA/E)
• Cisco certifications (CCNP, CCIE) 

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive Compensation
• Industry Leading Healthcare
• Savings and Investments
• Charitable Giving Programs
• Offering hybrid work option           
• Opportunities for Growth
• Parental Leave
• Generous time away