Level IV Network Engineer

Company Description Reliance, Inc. (NYSE: RS) is a leading diversified metal solutions provider and the largest metals service center company in North America. The company operates more than 315 locations across 40 states and 12 countries, delivering value-added metals processing services and distributing over 100,000 metal products. Its portfolio includes galvanized, hot-rolled, and cold-finished steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper, titanium, and alloy steel. Reliance serves more than 125,000 customers across a wide range of industries, offering technical expertise, quality products, and reliable service. Team members benefit from working in a stable, growth-oriented organization with a strong operational footprint and industry reputation. Role Description The Level IV Network Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Ojai, CA. This role is responsible for architecting, implementing, and maintaining complex enterprise network infrastructures supporting Reliance’s multi-location operations. Day-to-day responsibilities include designing network solutions, configuring routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems, and monitoring performance to ensure high availability and resilience. The engineer will perform advanced troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and capacity planning, as well as implement and refine network security controls, policies, and standards. Collaboration with cross-functional IT teams, vendor management, documentation of network topology, and mentoring junior engineers are key aspects of the role. Qualifications Strong skills in Network Engineering and Network Design for complex, multi-site enterprise environments.Hands-on expertise in Network Administration, including configuration, monitoring, and maintenance of routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless infrastructure.Advanced Troubleshooting skills for diagnosing performance issues, resolving outages, and performing root-cause analysis.Deep knowledge of Network Security, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, access control, and secure network architectures.Proficiency with core networking protocols and technologies (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, QoS, MPLS, DNS, DHCP).Experience with enterprise network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, or similar platforms).Ability to document network designs, standards, and procedures clearly and maintain up-to-date diagrams and inventories.Relevant certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, or equivalent advanced networking credentials are highly preferred.Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and lead complex projects.