Veterans United Home Loans

Network Security Engineer

Columbia, MO Full time

Whether you come from a background in network engineering, systems administration, or infrastructure support, you can be successful in this role. We don’t require a specific degree or experience, but we’re looking for translatable skills and relevant expertise. We will provide you with the training and development opportunities needed to build a career here!

About The Role:

As a Network Security Engineer, you’ll help build, maintain, and improve the network environment that keeps our business connected and running smoothly. In this role, you’ll bring technical expertise to networking across both cloud and on-premises environments, supporting everything from wired and wireless infrastructure to routers, switches, security, and overall network performance. If you enjoy solving complex problems, keeping systems reliable, and partnering with others to build smart, scalable solutions, this could be a great fit.

Here’s a snapshot of what you’d be doing:

  • Create and maintain documentation for systems, network configurations, policies, and procedures in a centralized repository for easy reference.

  • Work with Systems Architects and other engineers to improve network design and apply best practices for scalability and reliability.

  • Perform upgrades and routine maintenance while following industry best practices and minimizing downtime.

  • Support other Technology teams through cross-training and administrative tools.

  • Partner with Systems Administrators to help ensure support tickets are completed in a timely manner.

  • Work with cross-functional teams to maintain a secure, efficient, and reliable IT environment.

  • Design, configure, and maintain wired and wireless network infrastructure with a focus on high availability and performance.

  • Troubleshoot network performance issues using tools like Wireshark.

  • Implement network security best practices, including VLAN segmentation and access control lists (ACLs).

  • Manage and optimize networking across cloud and on-premises environments.

  • Support network environments and technologies related to authentication, switching, routing, wireless, SD-WAN, IP management, packet shaping, and power management.

  • Lead network capacity planning and performance optimization to support business growth.

About You:

  • You have a sharp eye for detail and take pride in keeping systems organized, accurate, and running smoothly.

  • You can multitask effectively and stay flexible when priorities shift.

  • You bring strong organizational skills and thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

  • You provide excellent customer service and enjoy working in a highly cooperative setting.

  • You have a dedicated work ethic and can be trusted to follow through on what needs to get done.

  • You work well independently, but also know how to build strong, collaborative relationships with co-workers, vendors, and business partners.

  • You’re eager to learn new technology and enjoy solving problems with a thoughtful, analytical approach.

  • You have 3+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator in an equivalent field of focus.

  • You have proven ability to manage an end-point environment in a scalable fashion.

  • You can troubleshoot issues throughout the OSI model.

  • You show up consistently and can be counted on to get the job done.

  • You’re available to work outside normal business hours and/or on weekends when needed.

Preferred network experience includes:

  • ClearPass authentication

  • Switching and routing with Cisco Catalyst and Arista Leaf & Spine

  • Wireless and SD-WAN via Aruba

  • IPAM

  • Packet shaping

  • Power and out-of-band management

About Us:

We’re all about helping Veterans and military families become homeowners. In two short decades, we closed over 500,000 VA Loans and became the #1 VA lender for homebuyers in the nation. But to us, success isn’t measured in numbers. Our success is measured in living our values every day: Be Passionate and Have Fun, Deliver Results with Integrity and Enhance Lives Every Day. We always strive to provide friendly service to military homebuyers and their families. And we always seek to lift up people and communities across the country.

We’re so glad you’re here checking out this opportunity! If this role gets you excited but you’re worried you don’t check every box – don't sweat it. We’re more interested in what you can bring to the team than a perfect checklist. If you’re passionate, driven, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Come as you are, and together we’ll create something amazing.

Interested? Apply Today!

Learn more about Veterans United on Glassdoor and our career site at vu.com/careers

Veterans United Home Loans and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers that consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.