NETWORK ENGINEER III (Hybrid)

PCI Pharma Services; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services seeks a senior Network Architect to lead and define our global enterprise network strategy. You will design scalable, secure infrastructure across LAN, WAN, wireless, and cloud environments, and guide the adoption of SD-WAN, BGP, OSPF, and Zero Trust initiatives.

You will mentor engineers, oversee firewall, IDS/IPS, Cisco ISE implementations, and partner with business leaders to align architecture with growth. Strong leadership and cloud networking experience are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience designing and leading enterprise network solutions.
• Lead architect for large multi-site global enterprises.
• Advanced expertise in routing, switching, firewalls, load balancers, wireless, and SD-WAN.
• Cloud networking at scale (AWS, Azure).
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence IT and business strategy.
• Strong mentorship and leadership skills for technical teams.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing protocols, and security solutions.

Responsibilities

• Architect and define global enterprise network strategy across LAN, WAN, wireless, security, and cloud networking environments.
• Lead design and blueprinting of scalable, secure enterprise network infrastructure.
• Evaluate and implement advanced routing, switching, and connectivity solutions (SD-WAN, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).
• Mentor Network Engineers and drive succession planning.
• Oversee implementation of firewalls, IDS/IPS, Cisco ISE, and Zero Trust initiatives.
• Integrate AWS and Azure cloud networking into the enterprise framework.
• Partner with leaders to align network architecture with growth and strategy.
• Negotiate with vendors on enterprise-scale contracts.

Skills

Enterprise networking

Leadership

Cloud networking

SD-WAN

Security architecture

Mentorship

Vendor negotiation

Global scalability

Education

Bachelor’s or higher in CS/CE/IT

CCNP/CCIE Enterprise

AWS Advanced Networking

Tools

Cisco ISE

AWS

Azure

SD-WAN solutions

Firewalls & IDS/IPS

Nessus

Job description

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.

We are PCI.

Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

Duties:

• Architect and define global enterprise network strategy across LAN, WAN, wireless, security, and cloud networking environments.
• Lead the design and blueprinting of scalable, secure, and fault-tolerant enterprise network infrastructure.
• Evaluate and implement advanced routing, switching, and connectivity solutions, including SD-WAN, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and Direct Route.
• Function as the principal escalation point for highly complex network and security issues.
• Provide technical governance, establishing standards, SOPs, and design patterns for global network operations.
• Guide adoption of emerging technologies to improve performance, reliability, and security of enterprise networks.
• Architect and oversee implementation of enterprise firewalls, IDS/IPS, Cisco ISE, and Zero Trust initiatives.
• Lead architecture and integration of AWS and Azure cloud networking solutions into the enterprise framework.
• Partner with business leaders to align network architecture with organizational strategy and growth.
• Drive enterprise-wide resiliency and redundancy planning to eliminate single points of failure.
• Serve as a principal mentor and coach to Network Engineers, enabling knowledge development and succession planning.
• Negotiate with vendors and service providers on enterprise-scale contracts, ensuring cost-effective and scalable solutions.
• Oversee strategic initiatives for global connectivity, voice/video technologies (Teams, 8x8), and secure remote access.
• Ensure compliance with cyber security frameworks through proactive patching, hardening, and vulnerability management.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of progressive experience in designing, engineering, and leading enterprise network solutions.
• Proven experience as a principal or lead architect for large, multi-site global enterprises.
• Advanced expertise in routing, switching, firewalls, load balancers, wireless, and SD-WAN.
• Significant experience designing and leading cloud networking (AWS, Azure) at scale.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence IT and business strategy.
• Strong mentorship and leadership skills with proven ability to guide technical teams.
• Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing protocols, and enterprise-grade security solutions.

Certifications (preferred)

• Cisco CCNP/CCIE Enterprise (or equivalent expert-level certification).
• AWS Advanced Networking Certification.
• Industry-standard certifications such as Network+, CISSP, or equivalent.

Technology Experience:

• Cisco enterprise platforms: firewalls, switches, routers, wireless controllers, and access points.
• SD-WAN, advanced routing protocols, and large-scale network segmentation.
• Security technologies: Cisco ISE, IDS/IPS, Firepower, Palo Alto (plus).
• Cloud networking: AWS, Azure, hybrid integration.
• Monitoring and visibility tools: SolarWinds, Wireshark, Syslog, Nessus.

Join us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients. Let\'s talk future

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company\'s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity - at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.