Lead Network Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

As the Lead Network Engineer, Infrastructure Services, you will be the principal architect and technical leader for our enterprise network infrastructure. In this hands-on role, you will design and evolve scalable networks across on-premises and cloud environments, while also diving into complex troubleshooting when needed. You will mentor, guide, and support other network engineers, leading by example and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence. We are looking for a forward-thinking engineer who can drive network automation and cloud networking initiatives, leverage Infrastructure as Code and AI-driven tools, and ensure our network is secure, resilient, and future-ready.

The Specifics of the Role

• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise network solutions across LAN / WAN, wireless, and hybrid cloud environments.
• Mentor, coach, and develop network engineers, creating an environment where knowledge sharing, professional growth, and continuous improvement are core values.
• Provide technical leadership in the deployment and operation of Cisco Catalyst and Cisco Meraki platforms, ensuring reliable switching, routing, and wireless performance.
• Manage the deployment and maintenance of next-generation firewalls such as Palo Alto and Fortigate.
• Guide the integration of on-premises and cloud networks, including Azure and AWS, with a strong emphasis on automation, Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, and repeatable deployment practices.
• Oversee the design, operation, and optimization of Aruba ClearPass Network Access Control (NAC) to enforce secure access policies, integrate with authentication systems, and provide enterprise-wide device visibility.
• Develop, maintain, and test disaster recovery and business continuity plans for network services to ensure resilience and continuity.
• Collaborate with peers in infrastructure, security, and application teams to ensure network services support broader enterprise priorities and technology initiatives.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to continuously improve network operations.
• Oversee network automation initiatives, implementing tools, scripts, and processes that reduce manual effort, increase agility, and align the network with DevOps practices.
• Facilitate the introduction of AI-driven insights and AIOps capabilities into network operations, using analytics and automation to proactively detect anomalies, optimize performance, and predict failures before they impact the business.

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