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Senior Network Engineer

Job in Columbia, Howard County, Maryland, 21046, USA
Listing for: Jensen Hughes
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-18
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Network Engineer, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Systems Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 118100 - 140000 USD Yearly USD 118100.00 140000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Company Overview Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk‑based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more.

Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry‑leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient. At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first.

Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization. Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about.
Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together.

Job Overview

We're hiring a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, secure, and support the organization's enterprise network infrastructure. This role is responsible for maintaining a highly available, secure, and scalable network environment across corporate offices, cloud environments, and remote users. The Senior Network Engineer partners with IT Infrastructure, Information Security, Cloud, and Enterprise Applications teams to deliver reliable network services and modernization initiatives.

Responsibilities

Enterprise Networking
  • Design, implement, and support LAN, WAN, WLAN, SD‑WAN, VPN, and Internet connectivity
  • Administer Cisco routing, switching, wireless, and firewall technologies
  • Maintain high availability and network resilience
Network Security
  • Implement segmentation, ACLs, secure remote access, and firewall policies
  • Partner with Information Security on vulnerability remediation
Cloud & Hybrid Networking
  • Support Azure networking, Express Route/VPN connectivity, and hybrid networking
  • Support Microsoft GCC/GCC High networking where applicable
Operations & Monitoring
  • Monitor performance and capacity
  • Troubleshoot complex incidents and perform root cause analysis
  • Maintain network documentation and standards
Projects & Collaboration
  • Lead network upgrades and modernization
  • Work with vendors and managed service providers
  • Mentor junior engineers
Requirements and Qualifications Must‑have Qualifications
  • 8–12 years of enterprise networking experience
  • Strong Cisco routing, switching, wireless, VPN, and firewall experience
  • Experience with Azure networking and hybrid connectivity
  • Strong TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, QoS, and network security knowledge
  • Experience with enterprise monitoring and troubleshooting tools
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting Microsoft GCC/GCC High
  • Experience with Palo Alto or Fortinet firewalls
  • Experience with Cisco ISE
  • Network automation (Python, Ansible, Terraform)
  • Relevant certifications like CCNP, CCIE or Azure Network Engineer
Key Outcomes
  • Reliable and secure enterprise network
  • Reduced outages and faster incident resolution
  • Successful network modernization projects
  • Well‑documented and standardized environment

Salary Range – $118,100—$140,000 USD. Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting and not a guarantee of compensation. Final compensation may vary based on factors, including but not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, geographic location, internal equity, alignment with market data.

Benefits – Jensen Hughes offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a retirement plan, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position and location.

Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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