Senior Network Engineer - Remote (CST/EST)

Calance, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 103,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Calance, Inc. is seeking a Senior Network Engineer for remote CST/EST hours. This contract-to-hire role focuses on daily operation and maintenance of LAN & WAN networks, Cisco and Palo Alto hardware/software, and security-enabled infrastructure across global locations.

The role involves designing, installing, and optimizing network infrastructure, creating design documentation, managing IPAM, and driving modernization initiatives while ensuring reliability and cost efficiency. Start ASAP.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise network infrastructure.
• Cisco CCNP R&S and CCDP certifications or equivalent advanced networking certifications preferred.
• Expertise in Cisco platforms (ISR, Nexus, NCS, ASR) and Palo Alto firewalls.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation, and lifecycle management of enterprise and enclave network systems supporting global and mission-critical operations.
• Develop and execute strategic roadmaps for next-generation infrastructure, driving modernization, security, and scalability across Company’s infrastructure.
• Implement and operate private, secure networks for worldwide PoPs and specialized military/government environments, ensuring compliance with stringent standards.
• Create and maintain high- and low-level network design documentation and drawings to guide implementation, operations and future growth.
• Manage large-scale IP Address Management (IPAM) for customers and provider networks.
• Research and evaluate new technologies, develop test plans and proof of concept solutions that enhance performance and reduce costs.
• Support technical refreshes, upgrades, and infrastructure modernization initiatives to align with business growth.
• Manage project budgets and deliver cost-effective solutions while maintaining enterprise grade reliability.
• Support the installation and configuration of network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls and virtual systems across the global infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with cabling standards, optimized rack layouts, and industry best practices for reliability and scalability.
• Diagnose and resolve complex hardware and software issues, driving root cause analysis, and corrective action to minimize downtime.
• Oversee global infrastructure, leveraging monitoring systems to detect and remediate issues before they impact customers.
• Provide 24/7 support for critical network events and emergencies, leading root cause analysis and restoration efforts.
• Maintain accurate documentation, network diagrams, and performance logs to ensure operational continuity.
• Conduct after-hours maintenance, risk analysis, and infrastructure upgrades to minimize disruption during peak business hours.
• Implement and maintain network security policies, firewall configurations, and VPN solutions to safeguard enterprise and government environments.
• Configure and troubleshoot authentication, authorization, and security hardening controls across routers, switches, firewalls, and virtual machines.
• Ensure adherence to security standards, while continuously monitoring for vulnerabilities and potential threats.
• Pursue ongoing professional development through certifications, advanced training, and vendor partnerships to stay ahead of evolving technologies.
• Mentor team members through technical training and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Support the adoption of new tools and methodologies by translating training and research into practical solutions for enterprise networks.

Skills

CCNP R&S

Palo Alto

BGP/MPLS

LAN/WAN

Tools

Cisco IOS

Nexus

Job description

Calance, Inc. is seeking a Senior Network Engineer for remote CST/EST hours. This contract-to-hire role focuses on daily operation and maintenance of LAN & WAN networks, Cisco and Palo Alto hardware/software, and security-enabled infrastructure across global locations.

The role involves designing, installing, and optimizing network infrastructure, creating design documentation, managing IPAM, and driving modernization initiatives while ensuring reliability and cost efficiency. Start ASAP.