Senior Network Engineer

• Lead resolution of complex network incidents and outages (Tier 3–4) and ensure compliance with SLAs and KPIs.
• Document incident resolution processes in playbooks and update policies to ensure knowledge sharing and proactive problem management.
• Perform preventative maintenance, including software updates, vulnerability remediation, and compliance checks.
• Maintain accurate and current documentation for network standards and governance.

• Research emerging network technologies and provide guidance on design and implementation for large-scale systems.
• Lead security and compliance initiatives for cloud migration and data center modernization.
• Implement cloud configurations using automation tools (e.g., Terraform) and support migration to AWS and other environments.
• Collaborate with vendors on product lifecycle management and strategic planning.
• Stay current with industry trends and leverage AI and automation to improve network performance.

• Assess and optimize network performance, capacity, and scalability; recommend improvements.
• Implement changes and projects that follow change management protocols, ensuring proper documentation and rollback plans.
• Develop low-level design documentation for new network services and emerging technologies.
• Cross-train team members on new implementations and outage resolutions to promote knowledge sharing.
• Ensure all changes are reviewed, approved, and communicated effectively to minimize risk and impact.

• Associate's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related degree preferred.
• 4-6 years of extensive experience in network engineering and operations.
• 4-6 years of advanced technical knowledge in networking, cloud, and automation technologies.
• Advanced expertise in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, etc.),  LAN/WLAN switching, SD-WAN routing, and network security.
• Proficiency in load balancing, converged networks, and artificial intelligence (AI).
• Strong knowledge of automation tools (Terraform, Ansible) and network monitoring solutions.
• Ability to lead complex projects and mentor team members.

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