Senior Network Engineer

Network EngineerNetwork EngineerFull TimeRemoteTeam 201-500Since 1993H1B No SponsorCompany Site LinkedIn

Location

Connecticut + 4 more

Posted

50 days ago

Salary

$120K - $160K / year

Professional Certificate10 yrs expEnglishAnsibleAWSAzureCloudFirewallsGoogle Cloud PlatformPythonSwitchingTerraform

Job Description

• Develop scalable, secure, and high-performing network architecture across enterprise, data center, and cloud environments. • Engage with clients to understand business requirements, develop technical solutions, and contribute to statements of work (SOWs). • Lead the implementation and migration of networking solutions, ensuring seamless integration and minimal disruption. • Design and deploy solutions involving Cisco, Meraki, Aruba, Fortinet, and Palo Alto technologies. • Ensure network designs meet security best practices, compliance standards (PCI, HIPAA, NIST), and client requirements. • Engineer and deploy SD-WAN, cloud networking, and hybrid cloud solutions for enterprise clients. • Oversee project execution, provide technical mentorship to engineers, and document designs, configurations, and best practices. • Serve as a trusted advisor for clients, helping them optimize network performance and security.

Job Requirements

10+ years of hands-on experience in network design, implementation, and architecture in a professional services or consulting environment.
Certifications (Preferred): Cisco CCNA, CCNP, PCNSE, NSE4-8, Aruba ACX, or equivalent certifications.
Cisco & Meraki: Enterprise networking, SD-WAN, wireless, security (ISE, Umbrella, DUO)
Aruba: Wireless, switching, ClearPass, Aruba Central.
Fortinet: Firewalls, SD-WAN, security solutions (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer)
Palo Alto Networks: NGFW, Prisma, Panorama.
Cloud Networking: AWS, Azure, GCP networking & security best practices.
Routing & Switching: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, VXLAN, EVPNNetwork Security: Zero Trust, VPNs, NAC, Micro segmentation
Automation & Scripting: Python, Ansible, Terraform (preferred)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex solutions to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to lead technical discussions, workshops, and training sessions.
Self-motivated with a strong ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience working in customer-facing roles, with a focus on solution delivery and client success.