Principal Infrastructure Engineer

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 164,000 - 271,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is seeking a Principal Infrastructure Engineer to lead high-impact networking initiatives. This role involves managing infrastructure projects, optimizing network systems, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure scalable, secure solutions. Ideal candidates possess advanced networking skills and project management experience within a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Flexible working schedule

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunity for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in infrastructure engineering with a strong focus on networking.
• Advanced Cisco certification preferred.
• Hands-on experience with network routing and design.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of MSK’s network infrastructure.
• Manage infrastructure implementation projects across departments.
• Provide troubleshooting for complex networking issues and document technical specifications.

Skills

Networking fundamentals

Project management

Clear communication

Ownership mindset

Adaptability

Education

Advanced Cisco certification (e.g., CCNP or CCIE)

Tools

Network routing

Wireless technologies

Optical technologies

Job description

Pay Range

$164,100.00-$270,900.00

Company Overview

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursueour missionat MSK and around the globe.

Job Description

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Principal Infrastructure Engineer

Join our team as a Principal Infrastructure Engineer to lead and support high-impact networking and infrastructure initiatives across MSK. This role blends technical strategy with hands-on execution in a dynamic environment. You'll need a strong foundation in networking, the drive to take ownership, and the adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving organization.

Role Overview

• Lead design, implementation, and optimization of MSK’s network infrastructure including routing, wireless, and (ideally) optical networking.

• Serve as a technical subject matter expert on enterprise networking systems, ensuring scalable and secure solutions.

• Manage infrastructure implementation projects and upgrades across multiple departments and platforms.

• Provide high-level troubleshooting and resolution of complex networking and infrastructure issues.

• Configure and administer network components to support end-user needs and system functionality.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders and IT teams to align infrastructure with operational goals.

• Coordinate integration testing, system validation, and post-implementation support activities.

• Document system architecture, technical specifications, and configuration guidelines for knowledge sharing and support continuity.

• Play a critical role in onboarding, helping to navigate the organization’s structure and internal processes effectively.

Key Qualifications

• Experience in infrastructure engineering with a strong focus on networking.

• Advanced Cisco certification (e.g., CCNP or CCIE) strongly preferred.

• Hands-on industry experience with network routing, design, wireless, and ideally optical technologies.

• Proven ability to manage complex projects and collaborate across cross-functional teams.

Core Skills

• Strong grasp of networking fundamentals and ability to work as a generalist across multiple areas.

• Ownership mindset with a go-getter mentality—takes initiative and drives issues to resolution.

• Comfortable wearing multiple hats and working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

• Clear communicator with the ability to build relationships and navigate new organizational structures.

Additional Information:

• Pay Range: $164,100.00-$270,900.00

• Reporting to Director, Infrastructure

• Schedule: 9:00 AM 5:00 PM EST, Monday – Friday with flexibility as needed

• Location: Hybrid; 3-4 times a week at either NYC or NJ site

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Closing

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