Senior Network Engineer
Listed on 2026-01-14
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IT/Tech
Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity -
Engineering
Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity
* Top Skills Details
* Network engineering,Firewall,Router,Cisco routers,paloalto
* Description
* The Senior Network Engineer is a technical expert responsible for architecting,
securing, and optimizing the organization's enterprise network infrastructure. Building on the Network
Engineer role, this position focuses on advanced routing/switching, security engineering, firewall
architecture, performance design, and cross-site connectivity. The Senior Network Engineer provides
strategic direction, leads major network initiatives, and mentors junior team members.
Main
Duties and Responsibilities:
Network Architecture & Strategic Design
* Lead the design and implementation of enterprise LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, wireless, and hybrid
connectivity solutions.
* Develop long-term network roadmaps aligned with business growth, security needs, and
technology modernization.
* Architect highly available, redundant, and scalable network infrastructures for on-prem and cloud
environments.
Advanced Security & Traffic Engineering
* Design and maintain advanced firewall architectures (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA/FTD, Fortinet, etc.)
including segmentation, application-layer controls, and zero-trust enforcement.
* Engineer IDS/IPS, VPN, NAC, and network threat detection solutions.
* Conduct deep traffic analysis, threat modeling, and packet-level diagnostics.
Performance Engineering & Troubleshooting
* Monitor and optimize network performance, bandwidth utilization, and multi-site connectivity.
* Solve high-impact, complex network issues as the top-tier escalation point.
* Lead root-cause analysis and implement durable corrective actions.
* Lead network upgrades, hardware refreshes, SD-WAN transitions, and architecture redesigns.
* Manage relationships with telecom carriers, optimizing WAN circuits and failover strategies.
* Architect wireless deployments for high-density environments and secure access.
Leadership, Governance & Documentation
* Mentor Network Engineers and Systems Administrators developing network skills.
* Create network standards, policies, diagrams, and architecture documentation.
* Partner with cybersecurity teams to maintain compliance and align with security frameworks.
Comply with all established policies (General, Security of Information, Compliance) and Standards of
conduct established. Your duties will include but not be restricted to the above.
Other responsibilities or duties as assigned by direct supervisor.
Education / Experience / Credentials
* Bachelor's degree in IT, Networking, or equivalent experience.
* Typically 7+ years of progressive network engineering experience.
* Expert experience with enterprise routing/switching, firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and wireless
technologies.
* Preferred certifications: CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, PCNSE, NSE4/5/7, or other vendor expert
certifications.
Competencies
Technical
Skills:
* Deep expertise in TCP/IP, BGP/OSPF, VLANs, QoS, ACLs, and network segmentation.
* Strong security architecture knowledge including firewalls, IDS/IPS, NAC, and zero-trust
principles.
* Skilled at designing resilient, high-performance network environments.
* Leadership in cross-functional collaboration and network modernization initiatives.
Soft Skills:
* Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
* Strong communication and documentation abilities.
* Team-oriented mindset with a proactive and customer-focused attitude
* Skills
* Network engineering, Firewall, Router, Cisco routers, paloalto, Cisco switches
* Additional
Skills & Qualifications
* Someone that has at least 5 years of real experience. Meaning they can do more then change vlans and update a device. As far as certifications. PCNSA and for Cisco CCNA or higher.
* Job Type & Location
* This is a Permanent position based out of Columbus, OH.
* Pay and Benefits
* The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $140000.00/yr.
PTO policy for executives is an unlimited PTO policy.
Medical and Prescription Plan - United Healthcare (UHC)
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