Lead Network Engineer

Brown University; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University is seeking a Lead Network Engineer within the Office of Information Technology to plan, design, and implement network services across wired, wireless, data center, and cloud connectivity.

This role leads projects, mentors staff, participates in after-hours on-call, and communicates with stakeholders to develop roadmaps and budgets.

Qualifications include 7+ years of enterprise network experience, with CCNP/CWNA preferred and a Bachelor's degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 7+ years designing, supporting, and maintaining complex enterprise networks.
• Experience with wireless network design and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and implement network services for the University across wired, wireless, data center, internet and cloud connectivity.
• Lead rotating on-call and manage outages; support operational requests.
• Develop proposals, roadmaps and budgets; mentor junior staff and coordinate cross-functional projects.

Skills

Networking design

Python

Ansible

Perl

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

CCNP

CWNA

Tools

Cisco devices

HPE/Aruba switches

Job description

Lead Network Engineer
Brown University

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Job Description:

Lead Network Engineer

Office of Information Technology

The Lead Network Engineer works closely with other teams in theOffice of Information Technology to plan, design, and implement allnetwork-related services at the University. This includessupporting all wired, wireless, and data center networks as well asinternet and cloud connectivity. Related network services includeDNS/DHCP, load balancing, network authentication, client and p2pVPN, WiFi and management/monitoring tools.

This position maintains the Brown community's network through arotating on-call schedule, leading service restoration efforts,handling outages and supporting operational requests. It requiresflexibility to perform after-hours work or critical networkchanges. Leveraging strong technical expertise and communicationskills, the Lead Network Engineer develops project proposals andplans, collaborates across teams, and manages initiatives withminimal supervision while effectively communicating with bothtechnical and non-technical stakeholders.

In addition, the Lead Network Engineer independently researches newtechnologies, services, and products through a variety of methods,including correspondence with peers, vendor meetings, classes,conferences, and online forums. As opportunities are recognized,the Lead Network Engineer would develop content and presentinformation to the team, management or others to assist indeveloping a technology roadmap and budget. Serving as a technicalleader, this role represents the network team across all levels ofthe organization and mentors junior staff to foster professionalgrowth and strengthen the team's collective technicalproficiency.

Education and Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Training/certifications (such as CCNP, CWNA) preferred.
• 7+ years of experience designing, supporting, and maintainingcomplex enterprise or campus networks is required, including aminimum of 5 years of experience specifically focused on thedesign, support, and troubleshooting of complex wirelessnetworks.
• Experience with or working knowledge of network-focusedprogramming and scripting tools and languages, such as Python,Ansible, and Perl.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Cisco, and HPE/Aruba switching and routing
• Experience with HPE/Aruba wireless networks and ArubaClearPass
• Experience using DevOps practices to automate, test, manage,and deploy network configurations and changes, including the use ofGit or similar version-control tools.
• Experience utilizing AI platforms to enable or enhance networkautomation.
  • Gemini / Claude Code / ChatGPT Work
  • Model Context Protocol (MCP)
• Experience supporting Network Source of Truth platforms
• Experience working in an authenticated environment usingtechnologies such as 802.1x
• Proven ability to administer an enterprise-level DNS, DHCP andNTP solution
• Advanced expertise and demonstrated experience in the followingareas:
  • Routing and switching on enterprise network systems
  • Designing, implementing, and troubleshooting BGP, OSPF,VRF-Lite, and spanning-tree
  • HA network configuration options (VSS, VPC, SVS, MC-LAG),failover, and troubleshooting
  • Wireless network concepts using centralized controllers,encryption methods, authentication, and RF planning.
  • Strong knowledge of the F5 product portfolio
    • Server load balancing using Local Traffic Manager(LTM)
    • DNS load balancing using Global Traffic Manager (GTM)
  • Fortinet Firewall configuration and performance tuning
  • Client and P2P VPN technologies, IPSec VPN, DMVPN, SSLVPN
  • Monitoring protocols such as syslog, SNMP and NetFlow
  • Packet capturing tools using Wireshark or tcpdump
• Experience with Disaster Recovery planning and support
• Knowledge of Private Cellular / CBRS technologies
• Experience with DWDM technologies, preferably CiscoNCS/ONS
• Must be able to independently lead cross-functional projectteams
• Familiarity with Windows, OSX, and Linux operating systems
• Experience with leading small to midsize projectsrequired.
• Customer-facing technical support role requiring verbal andwritten communication with customers and using a ticketing systemrequired
• Must be able to participate in a rotating on-call schedule andthe ability to work after hours to implement critical networktechnology changes as needed.
• Strong critical and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize activities
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of ateam
• Strong time management skills and reliable follow-through
• Good written and oral communications skills required.

• Excellent customer service skills; tact and sensitivity indealing with a diverse user community

Successful completion of a criminal background check and educationverification is required. This position is also subject to CriminalJustice Information Systems (CJIS) requirements.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working atBrown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-09-28

Job Posting Title:

Lead Network Engineer

Department:

Office of Information Technology

Grade:

Grade 11

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid

Submission Guidelines:

The designated Position WorkLocation for each position determines the approved modalityof work. Positions are classified based on the operational andbusiness needs of the department and may be designated as on-site,hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote mustreside and perform their work in a state where Brown University isregistered to do business. Brown University is a registeredemployer in the following states: Rhode Island, California,Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York,New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at BrownUniversity, you must submit a separate application for eachposition you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewedonly for the specific position to which they are submitted and arenot automatically considered for future openings.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

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Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibitsdiscrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person'srace, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin,disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity,gender expression, or any other characteristic protected underapplicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs,and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individualson the basis of qualifications and performance. The Universitymaintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance withapplicable law.





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