Senior Network Engineer: Security‑Focused Backbone Architect

Charleston Regional Aviation Authority; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston Regional Aviation Authority seeks an experienced Network Architect to administer, configure, and design IP networks and related hardware across the organization, supporting security, uptime, and accessibility of critical systems.

The role entails monitoring and troubleshooting enterprise networks, coordinating with vendors and airport departments, and developing documented network diagrams and architecture for upcoming installations, including camera and VPN projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
• Five (5) years’ experience in a related field.
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience.
• JNCIA Juniper certification, or higher certification.
• Proficiency in STP, IPv4 addressing, Juniper equipment, IPsec tunnels, and firewall configurations.
• Knowledge of DHS regulations and airport networking/security requirements.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, Genetec VMS, and Darktrace.

Responsibilities

• Reviews all business and security systems for operational functionality and monitors the network and security platforms.
• Assists with penetration testing, patching, and major installation projects (e.g., cameras and network infrastructure).
• Operates and maintains data throughput, VPNs, and Wi‑Fi systems; troubleshoots network issues.
• Coordinates with aviation officials, vendors, and third‑party contractors to keep the network operational.
• Prepares network diagrams, IT master documents, and reports; maintains records.
• Develops architecture to support business needs for network transport.
• Manages inventory of network technologies; ensures proper subnetting practices.
• Alerts management to issues that could disrupt daily operations.

Skills

STP

IPv4 addressing

Juniper EX/SRX

IPsec VPNs

Wi-Fi networking

Network security

BGP configs

VMware/Nutanix

Monitoring tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SolarWinds

Genetec VMS

CCURE9000

DarkTrace

Nutanix VM network

VMware

Job description

Charleston Regional Aviation Authority seeks an experienced Network Architect to administer, configure, and design IP networks and related hardware across the organization, supporting security, uptime, and accessibility of critical systems.

The role entails monitoring and troubleshooting enterprise networks, coordinating with vendors and airport departments, and developing documented network diagrams and architecture for upcoming installations, including camera and VPN projects.