Lead Network Engineer, Network

Paramount; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages

Generous paid time off

Opportunities for both on‑site and virtual engagement events

Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections

Job summary

Paramount in Hollywood, CA, is seeking a Lead Network Engineer to provide advanced network infrastructure support. You will implement and manage networking solutions, enhancing capabilities and ensuring reliability.

The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of relevant experience and will serve as a crucial technical expert for the global network. Opportunities include working closely with cross-functional teams to push innovative projects and maintain critical documentation.

Join us to unleash the power of content and make a positive mark on culture!

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in a large corporate IP network communications environment.
• Hands-on experience with routers, switches, firewalls, IOS, NXOS, load balancers, SD-WAN technology, and automation.
• Experience in Media, Entertainment, Broadcast, Hosting, or ISP environments.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage enterprise networking solutions with high reliability and availability.
• Provide networking subject-matter expertise to other teams as needed.
• Support Paramount's global network, IP, and related security services.

Skills

Team player with a collaborative working style

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong time management

Genuine enthusiasm for technology

Thoroughness and attention to detail

Ability to generate and implement procedures

Ability to adapt quickly to a rapidly changing environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field

CCNP or equivalent experience

CCNP Security or equivalent experience

CCIE Routing and Switching (preferred)

Tools

Routers

Switches

Firewalls

IOS

NXOS

Load balancers

SD-WAN technology

Automation

Job description

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Lead Network Engineer

This role is on‑site at our Hollywood, CA work location.

Job Summary

The Lead Network Engineer is a seasoned professional who provides advanced expertise for planning, implementing, maintaining, and supporting network infrastructure in a global enterprise environment. The primary focus of this position is to implement and support network technology and solutions; the candidate will also be part of the larger global team, providing 24x7 network support including project management, operations, expansion, and maintenance of all equipment within the global enterprise domain.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage enterprise networking solutions with high reliability and availability
• Introduce new networking technologies or enhance existing technologies to transform capabilities and services
• Provide networking subject‑matter expertise to other teams as needed
• Maintain technical documents for solutions and standard operating procedures to ensure efficient and effective service delivery
• Support Paramount's global network, IP, and related security services in and out of hours; tackle complex system and network issues and outages
• Provide 3rd‑line support of all Paramount network infrastructure
• Perform knowledge transfer to Level 2 Engineers on new implementations
• Serve as escalation point for Level 2 Engineers and peers
• Work closely with the Voice Services team to ensure telecom equipment is integrated with networking infrastructure
• Act as technical project manager by preparing project plans, interacting with other departments, and guiding IT resources as required
• Keep all documentation (including LAN/WAN drawings and equipment lists) accurate and up to date
• Monitor industry developments, directly or through a third party, to ensure the company is aware of emerging technologies
• Actively participate in engineering and architecture solution peer reviews and design sessions
• Manage vendor and third‑party support and escalations
• Work autonomously and exercise reasonable judgment with little supervision while providing clear documentation of activities and accomplishments
• Interact closely with peers and management across all departments

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent experience (required)
• CCNP or equivalent experience (required)
• CCNP Security or equivalent experience (required)
• CCIE Routing and Switching (preferred)

Technical Experience

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in a large corporate IP network communications environment
• Hands‑on experience with routers, switches, firewalls, IOS, NXOS, load balancers, SD‑WAN technology, and automation
• Knowledge of IP security implementation and multi‑vendor IPS and URL filtering
• Knowledge of Dark Fiber and CWDM/DWDM
• Knowledge of MPLS, BGP, and Internet Exchange Peering
• Knowledge of QoS and Multicast
• Knowledge of Network Management and SNMP‑based monitoring solutions
• Experience with medium/large corporate network rollout and support
• Experience in large‑scale enterprise project management
• Experience in Media, Entertainment, Broadcast, Hosting, or ISP environments

Skills & Attributes

• Team player with a collaborative working style
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and ability to prioritize issues effectively
• Strong time management with the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks concurrently
• Genuine enthusiasm for technology
• Thoroughness and attention to detail
• Ability to generate and implement procedures
• Ability to adapt quickly to a rapidly changing environment

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

What We Offer

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on‑site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on‑screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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