Location: Hybrid - Morris County NJ (3-4 days in office)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced senior network engineer to design, deploy, and manage our enterprise-wide network infrastructure in a fast-paced, multi-cloud environment. This role will be pivotal in defining the network roadmap, ensuring security, scalability, and seamless integration across 100+ locations, including on-premises and cloud environments.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with hands-on expertise in Cisco networking, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and network security. They will serve as the primary escalation point when the MSP cannot resolve issues, ensuring the reliability and performance of our global network operations.
Responsibilities
Network architecture and design
Design and implement a robust, security-focused network architecture to support on-premises and multi-cloud environments
Define the network roadmap, ensuring technology advancements align with business objectives
Lead mergers and acquisitions (M&A) network integrations, optimizing connectivity across newly acquired entities
Network operations and security
Manage and optimize WAN/LAN, SD-WAN, VPNs, and wireless networks to ensure high availability
Oversee Cisco and some Juniper network environments, including Cisco ASAs and additional security appliances
Work closely with the information security team to implement IAM in Azure and best practices for network security
Serve as the point of escalation when the MSP cannot handle network-related incidents
Cloud integration and automation
Lead migration of on-premise systems to AWS and Azure, ensuring seamless integration and IAM security controls
Stay ahead of emerging technologies to enhance network performance and security
Collaboration and vendor management
Work with MSP providers, ensuring service-level agreements (SLAs) are met
Act as the voice of the organization from a network perspective, aligning external vendors with internal objectives
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency
Documentation and best practices
Maintain structured network documentation and enforce best practices for disaster recovery and compliance
Foster an open, knowledge-sharing environment to enhance team collaboration and efficiency
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in network engineering/architecture, with at least 5 years in a senior role
Deep expertise in Cisco networking, including routers, switches (Catalyst, Nexus), firewalls (ASA, Firepower), and wireless solutions
Strong understanding of networking protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP) and Layer 2/Layer 3 switching
Hands-on experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure) and IAM security in Azure
Experience integrating networks during M&A activities is a plus
Strong security mindset, with knowledge of firewalls, IAM, and compliance standards
Ability to coordinate with MSPs and act as the escalation point for complex issues
Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills
Relevant certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, or Azure Solutions Architect are highly desirable
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