Senior Network Engineer — Hybrid (Data Center/WAN/LAN)

bcbsks; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive pay (EPIP)

Health/Vision/Dental insurance

6 weeks paid parental leave

Fertility/Adoption assistance

2 weeks paid caregiver leave

401(k) matching up to 5%

Tuition reimbursement

Health & fitness benefits

Job summary

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to act as the senior technical administrator for Information Services, overseeing Data Center, LAN, WAN, and Wi-Fi infrastructure. You will guide technology decisions, mentor staff, and balance performance with cost and strategy.

The position supports hybrid or onsite work per policy, with Kansas or Missouri relocation as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical and business documentation.
• Proven ability to manage time, work independently, and collaborate effectively in team environments.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to develop estimates and manage deliverables.
• Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and evaluate infrastructure effectiveness and perform gap analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership in designing, operating, and evolving medium to large Data Center, LAN, and WAN environments, with expertise in Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing and switching architectures.
• Effective negotiation skills with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard PC utilities.
• Scripting Experience (e.g., Python, Postman) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implements infrastructure projects and system changes using established project management practices.
• Analyzes business requirements, assesses infrastructure impact, and identifies gaps in existing processes.
• Monitor system performance, conduct regular audits, and perform routine maintenance to prevent downtime.
• Designs and documents infrastructure architecture and workflows, and defines the policies, standards, procedures, and strategic direction that guide infrastructure operations.
• Performs infrastructure monitoring, maintenance, and upgrades while ensuring technology solutions align with service expectations, standards, and best practices.
• Manages infrastructure costs and negotiates service level agreements with internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Mentors and guides team members by sharing technical expertise, best practices, and operational knowledge.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Must be accessible via mobile services (i.e. text, voice, data) during non-working hours for upgrades, system outages, and configuration changes.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

MS Office

Scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Technical certifications

Tools

Cisco

Cisco ACI

DNA Center

VMWare

SolarWinds

Wireshark

Palo Alto

Job description

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to act as the senior technical administrator for Information Services, overseeing Data Center, LAN, WAN, and Wi-Fi infrastructure. You will guide technology decisions, mentor staff, and balance performance with cost and strategy.

The position supports hybrid or onsite work per policy, with Kansas or Missouri relocation as needed.