Senior Staff Network Solutions Engineer

GEICO; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 221,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company seeks a Network Engineer in Austin, Texas to lead the design and implementation of complex network solutions. The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of experience and expertise in networking protocols including TCP/IP and SD-WAN. This role offers a salary up to $260,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package including tuition assistance and 401(k) contributions.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Expert-level knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, and SD-WAN.
• Minimum of 10 years in Network Engineering with architecture and design experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of complex network solutions.
• Collaborate with security teams to enforce best practices.
• Monitor network performance and resolve issues proactively.

Skills

Networking protocols knowledge

SD-WAN solutions proficiency

Network security principles understanding

Tools

Cisco networking equipment

Palo Alto Networks equipment

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Technology and Network Engineering

Why consider this job opportunity

• Salary up to $260,000.00
• Comprehensive benefits package including premier medical, dental, and vision insurance with no waiting period
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and paid training programs
• Opportunity to work in an innovative and fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of complex network solutions to meet business requirements
• Collaborate with the Security team to enforce security best practices effectively
• Design, deploy, and support SD-WAN and Wireless solutions, ensuring optimal performance and security
• Serve as a subject matter expert for complex network issues, providing guidance and support
• Monitor network performance and proactively resolve issues to ensure maximum uptime

Required (Qualifications)

• Expert-level knowledge of networking protocols and technologies including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, and SD-WAN
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in Network Engineering
• At least 8 years of experience with architecture and design
• Proficiency in designing and implementing SD-WAN solutions
• Strong understanding of network security principles and compliance requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience with network equipment from leading vendors such as Cisco and Palo Alto Networks
• Experience solving analytical problems using quantitative approaches
• Familiarity with open-source frameworks and cloud services like AWS, GCP, or Azure

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