Network Engineer Senior

** Posting Date
** 01/08/26
** Final date to receive applications
** 01/14/26
** Pay Range**$95,500 - $141,500 annually    Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
** Job Type
** Unclassified
* * Department
* * Enterprise Technology
** About the Position
** As a Sr. Network Engineer (Lead), you will be a key member of the network infrastructure team providing senior-level network engineering services in the planning, designing, implementation and maintenance of the enterprise network. This includes Campus, Datacenter, Remote Sites, Cloud, and third-party network connectivity. Some but not all network services include Routing, Switching, VPN, Load Balancing, Wireless networking, Optical networking, Firewalls, and Virtual Networking.

We are a team that prides ourselves on leveraging technology to create digital transformations. We look for ways to bring about innovative solutions while providing top-notch customer service. Apply today and become part of the team that makes a lasting impact on the future of technology at Maricopa County.
** Proud to Offer
*** Work with a greater purpose
* Tuition reimbursement
* Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
* Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
* Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
* Child care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
* Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
* Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
* Employee discounts for goods and services
* Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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** We Require
*** Five years of experience in network operations and engineering, which includes:  + Extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing networking solutions  + Experience in Enterprise LAN/WAN and Wireless topologies  + Knowledge of OSPF, BGP, MPLS, NSX-T, ACI, Multicast, Telco Services, VPN, and network automation
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
* A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis
** We Also Value
*** Experience with Software Defined Networking
* Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise or higher
* Cisco Certified Internet Expert (CCIE)
** Job Contributions
*** Design, configure, test, and maintain LAN/WAN equipment and related services for Web support
* Lead in the diagnosis and resolve complex network problems
* Proactively identify and implement automation and scripting that improve operational efficiencies and reduce the need for manual checklist completions
* Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented networks
* Act as a collaborative service provider to our internal and external customers
* Partner with software engineering, product, and architecture to shape engineering approaches; share knowledge and experience
* Define & review end state architectural design documents
* Review existing policies and procedures to identify potential gaps, problems or opportunities for improvement and develop recommendations
* Mentor engineers with technical knowledge. Act as SME in the definition and policy making of network and security protocols
** Working Conditions
** Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time. Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
** Selection Procedure
*** Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
* Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
* Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
* Must pass a…