Senior Network Engineer

CyberX Info System; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CyberX Info System in Indianapolis is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support a 24/7, multi-site corporate network across offices and manufacturing plants. You will contribute to SD-WAN expansion, segmentation, and IT/OT convergence in a hybrid on-site/remote setting.

The role is hands-on, with responsibilities spanning troubleshooting, RF planning, OSPF/BGP routing, Palo Alto firewalls, and network automation using Ansible and Python.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of enterprise networking experience in multi-site environments.
• Strong Cisco routing, switching, and wireless skills.
• Hands-on knowledge of OSPF and BGP; EIGRP useful with OSPF.
• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama; Fortinet acceptable.
• SD-WAN, RF planning, and site surveys experience.
• Network automation with Ansible and Python.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot wired, wireless, and WAN issues and implement fixes.
• Engineer wireless networks across plant locations with site surveys.
• Configure routing protocols and manage firewall policies.
• Maintain SD-WAN and site-to-site connectivity.
• Collaborate with security and OT teams on segmentation.
• Automate configuration, patching, and compliance checks.
• Monitor performance, maintain diagrams and design records.
• Participate in on-call rotation and assist junior engineers.

Skills

Cisco routing

Cisco switching

Wireless

OSPF

BGP

Palo Alto

Fortinet/Cisco Firepower

SD-WAN

Automation

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Tools

Ansible

Python

Job description

Work arrangement: Hybrid — on-site Tuesday through Thursday; remote Monday and Friday

Employment: Full-time, direct hire

Industry: Consumer products manufacturing

Experience: 8+ years

About the role

An established consumer products manufacturer is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join its corporate network group. You’ll support a 24/7, multi-site environment and help modernize the company’s network across offices and manufacturing plants.

This is a hands‑on individual contributor role. You’ll handle complex network and wireless issues, serve as the team’s go‑to wireless resource, and contribute to major projects including SD‑WAN expansion, network segmentation, infrastructure upgrades, acquisitions, and IT/OT convergence.

What you’ll do

• Troubleshoot complex wired, wireless, and WAN issues; identify root causes and implement lasting fixes.
• Engineer wireless networks across plant locations, including site surveys, RF tuning, and capacity planning.
• Configure and troubleshoot routing protocols, including OSPF and BGP.
• Manage firewall policies using Palo Alto and Panorama, supporting segmentation and secure network design.
• Maintain Meraki SD‑WAN and site‑to‑site connectivity.
• Collaborate with security and OT teams on segmentation and access control.
• Automate configuration, patching, and compliance checks using Ansible, Python, Cisco Catalyst Center, or similar tools.
• Monitor network performance and capacity, and resolve issues proactively.
• Maintain network standards, diagrams, design records, and procedures.
• Support disaster recovery planning, project design reviews, and vendor work.
• Coach less experienced engineers and help improve team practices.
• Participate in the weekly on‑call rotation.

What you’ll bring

• 8+ years of enterprise networking experience, including multi‑site environments.
• Strong Cisco routing, switching, and wireless skills.
• Hands‑on knowledge of OSPF and BGP; EIGRP experience is useful if you can work effectively with OSPF.
• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama; strong Fortinet or Cisco Firepower experience will also be considered.
• Experience designing and supporting wireless networks at scale, including RF work and site surveys.
• Familiarity with SD‑WAN, Cisco Client, and Cisco Catalyst Center/DNA Center.
• Practical network automation experience with Ansible, Python, or similar tools.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage operational work and project assignments independently.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• Willingness to support a 24/7 operation, including on‑call weeks and occasional after‑hours work.

Preferred qualifications

• CCNP in Enterprise, Security, Wireless, or Automation; CCIE is a plus.
• PCNSE or another Palo Alto certification.
• Manufacturing or OT networking experience.
• Cloud networking in AWS or Azure.
• Wireless refresh experience using RF planning tools.
• Network monitoring and observability experience.