Lead Network Engineer

Location: New York

We are seeking an experienced Lead Network Engineer to join our Network Engineering team as a senior individual contributor, to be part of the group responsible for the architecture, design, operation, and evolution of the firm's global network infrastructure.

This role requires deep technical expertise across enterprise routing, switching, cloud networking, data center architecture, and network security technologies. The successful candidate will lead complex network engineering initiatives, design and implement scalable and resilient architectures, and serve as a subject matter expert across enterprise networking platforms.

The ideal candidate will bring expert-level proficiency in routing and switching, strong troubleshooting capabilities, and proven experience designing large-scale enterprise and cloud networking environments. This role also requires strong collaboration skills to partner with infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, and application teams to deliver highly available and secure networking platforms.

Primary functions & responsibilities

Partner with vendors to drive feature enhancements, product improvements, and scalability initiatives aligned with the firm’s evolving infrastructure requirements. Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and security engineering teams to ensure network designs align with enterprise security frameworks and compliance requirements.qualifications
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* Education:

** CCIE or equivalent expert-level networking experience.

Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert or equivalent cloud networking experience preferred.
** Experience

Required:

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* ** Technical & Professional Experience
** 10+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering and architecture Extensive experience designing and operating large-scale enterprise network environments

Proven experience delivering complex infrastructure transformation or modernization projects Enterprise Networking   Expert knowledge of enterprise routing and switching protocols and platforms including BGP, OSPF, Cisco Nexus, Cisco IOS, and Cisco ACI. Cloud Networking   Strong experience designing and operating Azure networking environments, including hybrid connectivity, segmentation, and cloud network architecture. Network Security   Experience implementing and supporting enterprise network security solutions including Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco ISE, and network access control technologies.

Data Center & Infrastructure Architecture   Proven experience designing data center network architectures, supporting high availability, scalability, and performance for enterprise workloads. SD-WAN & Wireless   Experience deploying and supporting Prisma SD-WAN and Meraki wireless networking solutions within enterprise environments. Experience designing network disaster recovery architectures and highly available network infrastructures.

Experience with network monitoring, telemetry, and self-healing network capabilities to improve operational visibility and reliability.

Ability to work effectively with collaborators who have diverse backgrounds, roles, and communication styles.
** General Requirements:
** Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent documentation and architecture design skills Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously Experience working in global enterprise environments, preferably in financial services or other highly regulated environment

Familiarity with ITIL processes The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role.

The firm also offers robust Benefits offerings. Ares U.S. Core Benefits include Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match;
Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA);
Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution;
Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance;
Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance;
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit.

Ares offers a number of additional benefits including access to a world-class medical advisory team, a mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry, a mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor, new parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care, matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and much more.

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