Lead Wired Network Engineer

TekSynap; Nebraska; On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Wired Network Engineer to provide technical leadership for large-scale LAN and Data Center network design and implementation. In this pivotal role, you will oversee critical projects, ensuring effective planning and execution while managing subcontractor interfaces. Your expertise in switching, routing, and network security will be essential as you lead significant network refresh projects and datacenter migrations. If you are passionate about technology and have a proven track record in network engineering, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of technical leadership in large-scale network design.
• Expert knowledge of switching, routing, and security architectures.
• Experience with network automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all technical aspects of the project.
• Serve as the main point of contact for technical issues.
• Approve engineering documents before submission.

Skills

Technical Leadership

LAN Design

Data Center Implementation

Network Security Architectures

Network Automation

Project Management

Education

Network Engineering Certification (CCNP)

CCIE Certification

Security+ Certification

Network+ Certification

Tools

Python

Ansible

Job description

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We are seeking a Lead Wired Network Engineer to join our team supporting USAF BIM.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Oversee all technical aspects of the TO.
• Serve as the main POC for all technical issues related to this TO.
• Have a technical background that facilitates understanding of USG technical requirements and communication with the PMO.
• Work closely with PMO/specified personnel to facilitate effective planning and accomplishment of critical objectives in a timely manner.
• Manage all subcontractor interface requirements in conjunction with the Contractor’s PM.
• Notify the Contractor’s PM, immediately, of any problems or issues.
• Approve all engineering documents before submitting to the USG, including Site Preparation Requirements, Installation Plan (SPRIP), Telecommunication Systems Installation Plan (TSIP), Preliminary Integration Review (PIR), Critical Integration Review (CIR), and Integration Plan Acceptance (IPA).

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years providing technical leadership for large-scale LAN and Data Center network design and implementation programs.
• Proven experience leading large-scale network refresh projects ($10M+), including datacenter migrations and campus LAN upgrades.
• Expert knowledge of switching (STP, 802.1x, LLDP, VRRP, LAG), routing (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS), datacenter technologies (VXLAN, EVPN), and network security architectures.
• Experience with network automation and infrastructure-as-code using Python, Ansible, or similar tools.
• Strong project management and team leadership skills, with the ability to coordinate across infrastructure, security, and application teams.
• Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance.

Certifications

• Network engineering certification equivalent to Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).
• CCIE preferred.
• Security+.
• Network+.

Additional information about work environment, physical demands, security clearance, and equal opportunity policies are included in the original description.