Senior Network Engineer

Elbit America, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 scheduling

401(k) program

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

Life Insurance

Flexible PTO

Parental Leave

Employee Referral Program

Voluntary benefits

Tricare amendment

Job summary

Elbit America in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Senior Network Engineer to lead the design, deployment and maintenance of Cisco-based networks. You will guide architecture, implement automation, and advance security measures across large-scale environments.

Ideal candidates have extensive experience with Cisco Meraki, SD-WAN, and network virtualization, plus strong troubleshooting skills and cross-team collaboration. Hybrid work option available.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in Networking (Routing, Switching, SD-WAN) with SDN knowledge.
• Active, non-expired Cisco certifications are a plus.
• Experience with Cisco Meraki products in design and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency using MS Visio for network diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of network solutions aligned with business needs.
• Architect complex network systems including SDN, focusing on security and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose advanced network issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain and update network systems including patches and security configurations.
• Monitor performance and lead improvements for availability and reliability.
• Mentor team on security measures and disaster recovery planning.
• Develop automation tools for provisioning and updates.

Skills

Business Analysis

Security-focused

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Active CCIE/CCNP/CCNA certifications

Tools

Cisco Meraki

F5 BIG-IP

Cisco Firepower

MS Visio

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and maintenance of network infrastructure to ensure reliable and secure communication throughout the organization. This position serves as a subject matter expert in network engineering, providing guidance on configuring, maintaining, upgrading, and monitoring network devices. The role includes troubleshooting complex network issues and leading optimization and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and scalability. The Senior Network Engineer drives the adoption of innovative technologies and industry standards to maintain a cutting-edge Cisco-based network environment.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Network Solutions: Lead the design and implementation of network solutions aligned with organizational requirements, including creating network diagrams and blueprints. Ensure infrastructure supports business objectives.
• Network Design & Architecture: Guide and architect highly complex network systems, including software-defined networking, with a focus on scalability, security, and efficiency.
• Troubleshooting & Diagnostics: Perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics to resolve network issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring reliability.
• Network Maintenance: Advise on maintaining and updating network systems, including applying patches, service packs, and security configurations.
• Performance Monitoring & Optimization: Monitor network performance, recommend continuous improvements, and lead necessary adjustments to maintain system availability and reliability.
• Security Management: Lead and mentor the implementation and maintenance of robust network security measures to protect against threats and preserve data integrity.
• Disaster Recovery Planning: Develop and implement disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity in the event of network failures.
• Network Automation: Lead the development and implementation of automation tools to streamline network operations, including configuration management, device provisioning, and software updates.
• Innovation & Technology Adoption: Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, influencing innovation and modernization within the network infrastructure.
• Documentation and Diagrams: Produce accurate documentation and diagrams for installations and current network status.

Knowledge (Education/License/Certification, Prior Experience)

• Minimum of 6 years relevant work experience; typically 10+ years preferred.
• 6+ years in Networking (Routing, Switching, SD-WAN) with strong understanding of Software Defined Networks.
• Extensive experience with Cisco Meraki products and strong skills in design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
• Active, non-expired CCIE, CCNA, or CCNP certifications are a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Visio for creating network topologies.
• Knowledge and experience in local and wide area networking.
• Familiarity with communications hardware and software.
• Deep experience with the Cisco Meraki product family.
• Strong wireless design experience; wireless heatmap creation is desired.
• 10 years of network engineering experience in large‑scale, distributed IT teams.
• Expert knowledge of WAN technologies and protocols, including BGP, OSPF, QoS, CoS, ACLs, NAT/CGNAT, VPLS, VPNs, and IPSec.
• Experience across various network areas: switching, routing, traditional WAN, Firepower firewall, F5 load‑balancing, networking protocols, DNS, DHCP, and network observability.
• At least 8 years maintaining and managing networks running OSPF and BGP, with QoS implementations.

Skills and Abilities

• Business Analysis
• Security-first mindset when developing solutions
• Experience with diverse teams, utilizing modern engineering tools for backlog, planned work, and issue tracking
• Technical leadership across multiple engineering teams

Travel/Physical Requirements

• 10-15% travel required; some travel may be necessary
• Position based in Fort Worth, Texas
• Hybrid role; not 100% remote
• Work typically conducted in office, data center, warehouse, or manufacturing environments
• Occasional exposure to weather elements during travel or building transfers
• Ability to lift network appliances and switch gear
• Ability to move around network racks
• Organized approach to cabling layout

Benefits

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.