Lead Network Engineer

Franklin Fitch; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Pension plan

Job summary

A top-tier IT services firm is looking for a Senior IT Recruitment Consultant in the Greater Boston area. This highly visible leadership role involves leading complex network and security solutions for enterprise clients. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in network/security engineering, along with a passion for client impact and technical excellence. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in network/security engineering including Cisco, Palo Alto and SD-WAN.
• Team or project leadership experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of OSPF, BGP, TCP/IP, and security protocols.

Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of complex network/security solutions for mid-enterprise clients.
• Supporting engineering team across pre-sales, implementation & troubleshooting.
• Acting as technical SME and escalation point for high-impact engagements.

Skills

Network engineering

Security engineering

Team leadership

Client engagement

Tools

Cisco

Palo Alto

SD-WAN

Job description

Senior IT Recruitment Consultant - Greater Boston

Lead Engineer – Network & Security | Tri-State or New England (Hybrid, with client travel)

Up to $230,000 OTE

A top-tier IT services firm is hiring two Managing Consultants to lead and support delivery of enterprise‑grade network and security projects across the Tri‑State and New England regions.

You’ll act as the hands‑on technical lead; guiding engineers, engaging with clients, and ensuring best‑in‑class outcomes across Cisco, Palo Alto, and SD‑WAN deployments.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading the delivery of complex network/security solutions across mid‑enterprise and large‑scale clients
• Supporting your engineering team technically across pre‑sales, implementation & troubleshooting
• Acting as a technical SME and escalation point across high‑impact client engagements
• Driving quality, best practices, and successful project delivery across hybrid/cloud environments

What we’re looking for

• 8+ years in network/security engineering (Cisco, Palo Alto, SD‑WAN)
• Team or project leadership experience preferred
• Strong understanding of OSPF, BGP, TCP/IP, and security protocols
• Certifications like CCNP, PCNSE, Fortinet, or Aviatrix welcomed

This is a highly visible leadership role in a fast‑paced services environment, perfect for someone who loves client impact, team mentorship, and technical excellence.

Interested in learning more? Reach out directly or drop me a message!

Base pay range

$150,000.00 / yr – $185,000.00 / yr

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid paternity leave
• Paid maternity leave
• Pension plan