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What you'll do:

• Network Engineering:
• -Design, architect, and implement routing, switching, WLAN, and firewall infrastructure across data centers and remote offices.
• -Deploy and manage WAN and VPN connectivity, ensuring secure and reliable access for enterprise and mission environments.
• -Execute network and firewall change requests in alignment with corporate security policies and change-control processes.
• -Monitor network performance and security posture; troubleshoot complex networking issues and drive continuous improvement.
• -Develop and apply network automation to streamline provisioning, monitoring, and configuration management.
• -Recommend and implement scalable, automated approaches to operational tasks and vulnerability remediation.
• -Contribute to Agile delivery cycles and engineering principles while managing assigned network projects and deliverables.
• -Conduct network capacity planning and provide recommendations for growth and optimization.
• Operations and Support:
• -Perform daily system monitoring to ensure network and firewall availability, configuration integrity, and performance.
• -Provide advanced troubleshooting for network-related hardware, software, and application issues.
• -Configure and maintain secure connectivity services (e.g., VPN/ZTNA, HTTPS, SFTP).
• -Create and maintain clear operational and configuration documentation; mentor operational teams on processes and procedures.
• -Coordinate with vendors for technical support, procurement, and consulting engagements.
• -Participate in on-call rotation and scheduled maintenance activities.
• Maintenance:
• -Lead or assist with network upgrades and patching within defined maintenance windows.
• -Maintain network device software and license compliance.
• -Ensure security vulnerabilities are identified and remediated in coordination with IT security teams.

Required qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience supporting and administering complex network systems in production environments.
• Expertise in network routing, switching, and security architectures.
• Proficiency in at least one Network Operating System (e.g., NX-OS, JunOS, Arista EOS).
• Proficiency in at least one Network Security OS (e.g., PAN-OS, FortiOS).
• Experience with network automation or scripting tools (e.g., Ansible, Python, Bash).
• Strong understanding of firewall management, segmentation, and VPN technologies.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to work independently and deliver in a structured, process-driven environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or 6+ years of relevant experience with a professional certification (e.g., CCNP, JNCIS, VCP-NV, or equivalent).

Preferred qualifications:

• Familiarity with Juniper and Fortinet network solutions and centralized management platforms.
• Experience with Palo Alto Networks firewall design and policy optimization (Panorama preferred).
• Familiarity with WLAN technologies and wireless authentication (e.g., 802.1x, RADIUS).
• Experience with public cloud networking in Azure and AWS, including secure connectivity models (e.g., ExpressRoute, Transit Gateway).
• Working knowledge of virtualization or operating system administration (VMware, Windows, or Linux).
• Experience with NAC solutions and network access policy enforcement.
• Demonstrated project management and leadership skills.
• Team-oriented, collaborative mindset with the ability to coach peers and present to non-technical stakeholders.
• Solution-driven, adaptable approach in a fast-paced, change-controlled environment.
• Local to San Diego, CA or Dallas, TX preferred; flexible remote options available

110000 - 170000 USD a year