Senior Network Engineer II

Everest Global Services, Inc.; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Wellness program

Job summary

Everest Global Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Network Engineer II to design, implement, and support enterprise network and security solutions across global data centers, Azure cloud environments, and branch locations.

You will drive modernization initiatives and serve as a Level 3 escalation point for critical incidents. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in routing/switching, cloud networking, and secure access technologies, including Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco SD-WAN, and Zscaler,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or Network Engineering (equivalent experience considered).
• 10+ years in enterprise network engineering/operations; 5+ years supporting global environments.
• Proven track record leading large scale network transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and maintain enterprise network and security solutions across on-prem, hybrid, and Azure cloud environments.
• Lead network modernization and Cisco SD-WAN deployments; optimize WAN resiliency and application performance across global sites.
• Engineer and support Zscaler (ZIA, ZPA, ZDX), Palo Alto firewalls (Panorama, VM-Series), and Zero Trust / network segmentation.
• Administer Infoblox DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) and support DNS modernization and automation.
• Manage Forescout NAC, Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, and enterprise Wi-Fi.
• Support routing & switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), Layer 2/3 architectures, VLANs, VRFs, QoS, and high-availability design.
• Manage, configure, and troubleshoot SFTP and FTP file transfer solutions.
• Act as Level 3 escalation for major incidents; lead root cause analysis and mentor operations/engineering teams.
• Independently lead and manage projects from inception to completion.

Skills

Cisco Routing & Switching

BGP/OSPF/EIGRP

Azure Networking

Zscaler

Palo Alto

SD-WAN

WLAN/Wi-Fi

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Network Engineering

Tools

Infoblox DDI

Forescout NAC

Cisco WLC

Cisco SD-WAN

Job description

Title

Senior Network Engineer II

Company

Everest Global Services, Inc.

Job Category

Technology

Job Description

About Everest

Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.

Senior Network Engineer

Location: Hybrid / Remote (Global Support Model)

Reports To: Network Engineering & Operations Leadership

About the Role

Join our Global Network Engineering & Operations team to design, implement, and support enterprise network and security solutions across global data centers, Azure cloud environments, and branch locations. You'll drive network modernization initiatives, serve as a Level 3 escalation point for critical incidents, and help shape the strategic evolution of our global network architecture.

As a key contributor to our network infrastructure initiatives, you will provide Level 3 escalation support for operational incidents and play an integral role in the strategic evolution of the organization's global network architecture. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise across routing and switching, cloud networking, and secure access technologies, including Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco SD-WAN, Forescout NAC, Cisco wireless infrastructure, and network access control solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and maintain enterprise network and security solutions across on-prem, hybrid, and Azure cloud environments.
• Lead network modernization and Cisco SD-WAN deployments; optimize WAN resiliency and application performance across global sites.
• Engineer and support Zscaler (ZIA, ZPA, ZDX), Palo Alto firewalls (Panorama, VM-Series), and Zero Trust / network segmentation.
• Administer Infoblox DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) and support DNS modernization and automation.
• Manage Forescout NAC, Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, and enterprise Wi-Fi.
• Support routing & switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), Layer 2/3 architectures, VLANs, VRFs, QoS, and high-availability design.
• Manage, configure, and troubleshoot SFTP and FTP file transfer solutions.
• Act as Level 3 escalation for major incidents; lead root cause analysis and mentor operations/engineering teams.
• Independently lead and manage projects from inception to completion.
• Provide support for after-hours maintenance windows, emergency system changes, and weekend project implementations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or Network Engineering (equivalent experience considered).
• 10+ years in enterprise network engineering/operations; 5+ years supporting global environments.
• Proven track record leading large scale network transformation initiatives.

Technical Expertise

• Cisco Routing & Switching
• BGP/OSPF/EIGRP
• MPLS/VPN/QoS
• Palo Alto & Panorama
• Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA/ZDX)
• Azure Networking (ExpressRoute, VNets, VPN Gateways)
• Infoblox DDI
• Cisco SD-WAN
• Forescout NAC
• Cisco WLC / Enterprise Wi-Fi

Certifications

• One Required (More Preferred): CCNP Enterprise (or CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure)
• Palo Alto Networks PCNSE

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Zscaler Digital Transformation Administrator (ZDTA)
• Zscaler ZIA / ZPA Certified Administrator
• Infoblox Certified DDI Engineer
• Cisco SD-WAN (ENSDWI) Specialist
• Forescout Certified Network Administrator

The base salary range for this position is $119,000 - $140,000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, qualifications and work location.

All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

What if I don't meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our Culture

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve.

We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors.

Click here to learn more about our culture.

Our Values

Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.

Our Colleague Behaviors

Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve.

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Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at [e-mail].

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