Senior Network Engineer (SD-WAN/VPN/Palo Alto)

CGS Business Solutions; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm in California is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join their Network Engineering team. This full-time role involves designing and managing the company's advanced network infrastructure while tackling complex challenges and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and expertise in networks and security protocols. Hybrid work is available, with three days onsite per week.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in network engineering, focusing on enterprise-level infrastructure.
• Expert knowledge of Cisco and Juniper network devices.
• Extensive experience in network security, specifically with Palo Alto firewalls.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of WAN, LAN, and WLAN.
• Architect and implement SD-WAN solutions to improve network reliability.
• Serve as highest level support for complex network issues.

Skills

Network engineering

Mentoring

Network security

Project leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or equivalent

Tools

Cisco routers

Juniper switches

Palo Alto firewalls

SD-WAN (VeloCloud)

Job description

CGS Business Solutions is committed to helping you, as an esteemed IT Professional, find the next right step in your career. We match professionals like you to for a rewarding consulting or full-time opportunities in your area of expertise. We are currently seeking Technical Professionals who are searching for challenging and rewarding jobs for the following opportunity:

CGS is hiring a FULL TIME Senior Network Engineer to serve as a senior member of the Network Engineering team, responsible for leading the design, implementation, and management of the company’s advanced network infrastructure. Your role will involve handling the most complex network challenges, driving strategic initiatives, and mentoring junior engineers.

Location: Irvine, CA (Hybrid with 3 days onsite each week)

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of the company’s WAN, LAN, and WLAN across all locations.
• Architect and implement SD-WAN (VeloCloud) solutions to enhance network performance and reliability.
• Serve as the highest level of support for complex network issues, providing expertise and guidance to the entire network team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve advanced issues related to all aspects of the network infrastructure, including firewalls, routing, switching, and wireless systems.
• Lead the management of Palo Alto firewalls, ensuring the highest levels of network security and compliance.
• Develop and enforce security policies, conduct vulnerability assessments, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical leadership and fostering professional growth within the team.
• Develop training programs and share best practices to elevate the overall technical competency of the network team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on enterprise-level infrastructure.
• Expert knowledge of Cisco routers, Juniper switches, wireless networks, and SD-WAN technologies, particularly VeloCloud.
• Extensive experience with network security, particularly Palo Alto firewalls.
• Proven ability to lead complex network projects and strategic initiatives.
• Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.

About CGS Business Solutions

CGS specializes in IT business solutions, staffing and consulting services. With a strong focus in IT Applications, Network Infrastructure, Information Security, and Engineering. CGS is an INC 5000 company and is honored to be selected as one of the Best IT Recruitment Firms in California. After five consecutive Fastest Growing Company titles, CGS continues to break into new markets across the USA. Companies are counting on CGS to attract and help retain these resource pools in order to gain a competitive advantage the rapidly changing business environments.