Network Engineer

The Phoenix Group; New York, Iowa (NY, LA); Remote; USD 135.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work opportunity

Zusammenfassung

The Phoenix Group is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to own complex enterprise networks across multi-site environments, driving modernization and security enhancements in collaboration with cybersecurity and cloud teams.

You will design, deploy, and maintain networks, mentor junior engineers, and communicate technical concepts to executives while ensuring high availability and robust disaster recovery.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of enterprise network engineering experience.
• Expertise in routing (OSPF, BGP) and switching (VLANs, STP).
• Palo Alto NGFW with Panorama experience.
• Cisco ACI and Nexus 9300/9000 fabric design knowledge.
• VPN architectures including DMVPN and IPSec.
• SD-WAN deployment and optimization (Silver Peak Aruba EdgeConnect).
• Network automation with Ansible, Python (Netmiko), Terraform.
• Hybrid cloud networking (AWS, Azure).
• Strong documentation practices.
• Excellent communication for executive audiences.

Aufgaben

• Design and architect enterprise-grade network solutions with security and high availability.
• Lead network infrastructure projects from requirements to deployment.
• Develop, test, and maintain disaster recovery plans for network components.
• Perform proactive maintenance: firmware updates, patches, tuning, health monitoring.
• Manage vulnerability assessments and vendor notifications to mitigate risks.
• Maintain comprehensive network documentation and topology maps.
• Investigate and resolve incidents and service requests to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and applications teams.
• Evaluate emerging networking technologies and translate to actionable plans.
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge within the team.
• Communicate technical concepts to staff and senior management.

Jobbeschreibung

A leading technology solutions provider specializing in enterprise networking and cloud infrastructure is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to take ownership of complex network environments, driving strategic infrastructure improvements and security enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise-grade network solutions, including routing, switching, SD-WAN, firewalls, VPN, Quality of Service (QoS), and zero-trust segmentation, ensuring robust security and high availability.
• Lead network infrastructure projects from requirements gathering and technology evaluation to solution implementation and deployment.
• Develop, test, and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans for network components.
• Perform proactive network maintenance such as firmware updates, patches, configuration tuning, and health monitoring, utilizing enterprise network management tools.
• Manage vulnerability assessments, security advisories, and vendor notifications related to network hardware and software, mitigating risks.
• Maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, configuration baselines, and topology maps, ensuring accurate and accessible records.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve network incidents and service requests, minimizing downtime and service impact.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and application teams to support strategic initiatives and technology standards.
• Evaluate emerging networking technologies, translating their benefits into actionable recommendations for network modernization and security improvements.
• Mentor and assist junior engineers, providing technical guidance and knowledge sharing within a high-performing team.
• Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical staff and senior management.

Core Qualifications & Requirements

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering, supporting multi-site organizations and cloud integrations.
• Proven expertise in routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), switching (VLANs, spanning tree, port channels), and network segmentation techniques.
• Significant experience with Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewalls, including policy management, troubleshooting, and Panorama for centralized control.
• Extensive knowledge of Cisco ACI, Nexus 9300/9000 series configurations, fabric design, EPGs, and contract management.
• Strong understanding of VPN architectures including DMVPN, IPSec, and secure remote access solutions.
• Experience with SD-WAN deployment, configuration, and optimization, particularly Silver Peak/HPE Aruba EdgeConnect.
• Familiarity with network automation tools such as Ansible, Python (Netmiko), and Terraform to streamline workflows.
• Experience managing hybrid cloud networking environments (AWS, Azure) and integrating cloud and on-premise systems.
• Strong documentation practices, ensuring networks are well-documented and maintained.
• Effective communicator with the ability to present complex technical concepts to executive and technical audiences.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Cisco certifications at the professional or expert level (CCNP, CCDP, CCIE).
• Exposure to legal, financial, or professional services industries.
• Experience with Citrix NetScaler ADC, wireless networking (Cisco Meraki), and network packet capture/visibility tools.
• Familiarity with zero-trust security architectures, cloud security tools (Zscaler ZIA/ZPA), and WAF configurations.
• Knowledge of network monitoring platforms such as SolarWinds or PRTG.

Core Technical Skills

• Enterprise Routing Protocols: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP
• Switching Technologies: VLANs, Spanning Tree, Port Channels
• Network Security: Palo Alto NGFW, Zero Trust principles, Firewall Rule Management
• VPN & Remote Access: DMVPN, IPSec VPN, SSL VPN, VPN Gateways
• SD-WAN Technologies: Silver Peak, Aruba EdgeConnect
• Cloud Networking: AWS VPC, Azure Virtual Networks, Hybrid Connectivity
• Automation Tools: Ansible, Python/Netmiko, Terraform
• Network Management: Panorama, SolarWinds, PRTG, Cisco CUCM, Unity Connection

Career Impact

Join a forward-thinking organization where your expertise will directly influence network stability, security posture, and technological advancement across enterprise and cloud environments, making a measurable impact on business success.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $135,000 – $150,000, with flexibility for exceptional candidates. Additional compensation may include performance bonuses and benefits. Remote work opportunity—candidate must be based in the US and support a distributed office footprint across multiple states.

The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.