Job Title : Senior Network Engineer
Shift Type : N / A
Education : Bachelor's Degree
Location : Senior
Category : Information Technology
Job Type : Full-time
Travel :
Key Responsibilities Network Design & Architecture : Design, deploy, and optimize LAN, WAN, WLAN, and cloud-based networks to support business operations and growth.
Infrastructure Management : Configure, manage, and maintain firewalls, routers, switches, VPNs, and wireless technologies.
Security & Compliance : Implement and enforce network security best practices, including segmentation, encryption, and monitoring to ensure compliance with industry standards, such as NIST 800-171 and CMMC Level 2.
Troubleshooting & Support : Serve as the escalation point for complex networking issues, ensuring minimal downtime and rapid incident resolution.
Performance Monitoring : Monitor network performance, conduct capacity planning, and implement improvements for scalability and reliability.
Documentation & Standards : Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
Collaboration : Partner with cybersecurity, systems, and application teams to ensure seamless IT operations and integrations.
Vendor Management : Evaluate, select, and manage relationships with network hardware, software, and service providers.
Project Management : Manage large-scale projects in a timely manner.
Job Requirements Education : Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s preferred, but not required).
Experience : 7+ years of professional networking experience with increasing responsibility, including at least 3 years in a senior / lead role.
Certifications (preferred but not required) : CCNP / CCIE, CompTIA Network+, Security+, or equivalent.
Technical Expertise : Strong knowledge of TCP / IP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and MPLS.
Demonstrated proficiency with Palo Alto and Aruba technologies.
Hands-on experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Familiarity with SD-WAN, VPNs, NAC, and wireless networking.
Network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, PRTG, Nagios, etc.).
Soft Skills : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication, leadership abilities, and a collaborative mindset.
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Senior Network Engineer • Huntsville, AL, United States