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Who We Are:

At Ashley, inspiring the love of home is at the heart of everything we do. As the world’s largest manufacturer of home furnishings, we’re more than a business — we’re a family driven by innovation, competitiveness, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We persevere through challenges, push beyond the status quo, and constantly seek better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. Our solutions-first mindset and dedication to growth are why Ashley remains #1 in our industry.

If you’re ready to grow, you’ve come to the right place. With a true “Growth Mindset,” Ashley Furniture invests in developing future leaders and helps every team member learn from the best in the business.

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The IDEA Network Evaluator is responsible for assessing, monitoring, and optimizing the performance, security, and reliability of Ashley's enterprise network infrastructure. This role ensures that network systems align with business objectives and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Network Assessment & Analysis

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of network architecture, topology, and design

• Analyze network performance metrics, bandwidth utilization, and traffic patterns

• Identify bottlenecks, vulnerabilities, and areas for improvement

• Review network documentation and ensure accuracy

Performance Monitoring

• Monitor network uptime, latency, and throughput

• Evaluate Quality of Service (QoS) implementations

• Assess load balancing and redundancy mechanisms

• Track and report on Service Level Agreements (SLAs)

Security Evaluation

• Review network security protocols and access controls

• Assess firewall configurations and intrusion detection systems

• Evaluate compliance with security policies and industry standards

• Identify potential security risks and recommend mitigation strategies

Testing & Validation

• Conduct network stress tests and disaster recovery simulations

• Validate backup and failover procedures

• Test new network implementations before deployment

• Verify configuration changes and updates

Documentation & Reporting

• Create detailed network evaluation reports with findings and recommendations

• Document network configurations, changes, and procedures

• Provide regular status updates to management and stakeholders

• Maintain network inventory and asset records

Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with IT teams, network engineers, and system administrators

• Provide technical guidance on network optimization

• Participate in network planning and upgrade projects

• Support incident response and troubleshooting efforts

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field (preferred)

• Relevant certifications (CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent)

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in network administration or engineering

• Proven experience with network evaluation and assessment methodologies

• Hands-on experience with enterprise-level networking equipment

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), and switching

• Proficiency with network monitoring and analysis tools (Wireshark, SolarWinds, PRTG, etc.)

• Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and network security technologies

• Familiarity with wireless networks (802.11 standards)

• Understanding of network automation and scripting (Python, PowerShell)

Soft Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Time management and prioritization capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced certifications (CCIE, CISSP, or equivalent)

• Experience with SD-WAN technologies

• Knowledge of cloud networking (Azure, AWS)

• Experience in retail or multi-location enterprise environments

• Familiarity with ITIL frameworks

Benefits We Offer:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off; increases with years of service
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific)
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Our Core Values:

• Honesty & Integrity: Acts with transparency, discretion, and ethical judgment. Trusted to handle sensitive information and provide accurate, unbiased insights.
• (Dirty Fingernail: Takes full accountability for outcomes, not just tasks. Inspects details, ensures data accuracy, and follows through to completion.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively seeks better ways to improve templates, tools, and processes. Learns from prior initiatives and embeds lessons into standard work.
• Growth & Results Focus: Understands how transformation initiatives drive growth, cost reduction, and profitability. Keeps work aligned to enterprise priorities.
• Culture of Leadership: Leads through influence, reliability, and example. Builds trust across functions and supports leaders at every level.
• Customer-Centric & Boundaryless: Works across silos for the greater good of the organization. Ensures outputs meet the needs of executives, initiative owners, and teams.
• Operational Excellence: Demonstrates strong organizational discipline, attention to detail, and the ability to translate ambiguity into clear, executable tools.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Notice to Search Firms: We are not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. We will not pay any placement, referral or other fees to any search firms unless we have agreed otherwise in a valid, written agreement for the specific position posted and signed by an authorized representative of Ashley Furniture Industries.

* Please note this position is not eligible for current or future employment sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

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