Senior Network Engineer - Hybrid, Impact & Growth

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Vision/Dental insurance

6 weeks parental leave for new mothers

Fertility/Adoption assistance

401(k) plan matching up to 5%

Tuition reimbursement

Health & fitness benefits

Job summary

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas seeks a Senior Network Engineer to serve as the senior technical administrator for Information Services. You will maintain and optimize the organization\'s enterprise network systems, including Data Center, LAN, WAN and Wi‑Fi, guiding decisions and mentoring staff.

Hybrid or onsite work is available; Kansas or Missouri residence or relocation is expected. You will design, implement, and monitor infrastructure, stay ahead of industry trends, and balance

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical and business documentation.
• Proven ability to manage time, work independently, and collaborate in teams.
• Demonstrated project management skills with estimates and deliverables.
• Leadership in designing and operating large Data Center, LAN, WAN environments.
• Negotiation skills with stakeholders and vendors; proficient with MS Office.
• Scripting experience (e.g., Python, Postman) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implements infrastructure projects and system changes using PM practices.
• Analyzes requirements, assesses impact, and identifies process gaps.
• Monitors system performance, conducts audits, performs routine maintenance.
• Designs and documents infrastructure architecture and policies.
• Manages costs and SLAs with internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Mentors team members and stays updated on industry trends.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Analytical

Leadership

Negotiation

MS Office

Scripting

Tools

Cisco

Cisco ACI

DNA Center

ISE

Aruba Wireless

Palo Alto

VMware

SolarWinds

Wireshark

Gigamon

Cloud Technologies

Job description

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas seeks a Senior Network Engineer to serve as the senior technical administrator for Information Services. You will maintain and optimize the organization\'s enterprise network systems, including Data Center, LAN, WAN and Wi‑Fi, guiding decisions and mentoring staff.

Hybrid or onsite work is available; Kansas or Missouri residence or relocation is expected. You will design, implement, and monitor infrastructure, stay ahead of industry trends, and balance