Sr. Network Engineering Consultant; Remote

The successful candidate will provide leadership, direction, and hands‑on involvement in deploying, configuring, and operating next‑generation network systems and cybersecurity initiatives across the city's various departments. This is a remote, part‑time role where hours may increase as needed. Occasional travel onsite to Riverside may be requested for emergency or issues unsafe to perform remotely.

• Design, implement, and support VMware NSX/ Dell VxRail solutions for multiple data center locations.
• Manage and support large multi‑site network infrastructure primarily involving Cisco and Aruba hardware and services.
• Administer, configure, and maintain next‑generation firewall systems focusing on cybersecurity best practices.
• Design and implement wireless network configurations with Aruba or Cisco/Meraki wireless access points and controllers.
• Support multiple network connectivity types, including but not limited to dark fiber, Metro‑Ethernet, MPLS, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, and EVPN.
• Troubleshoot network‑related issues and implement strategic solutions for long‑term network stability.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of all network configurations and related systems.
• Coordinate and liaise with vendors, other IT personnel, and internal stakeholders to ensure network performance meets City Government needs and expectations.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior network engineers and staff.

• Minimum of 4 years of direct deployment and operational experience in VMware NSX/ Dell VxRail for multiple data center locations.
• Minimum of 4 years of direct deployment and operational experience with large multi‑site network infrastructure from either Cisco to Aruba hardware or services.
• Experience in next‑generation firewall administration, configuration, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Demonstrated wireless network configuration and operational experience with either Aruba or Cisco/Meraki wireless access points and controllers.
• Proven experience supporting multiple network connectivity types, including but not limited to dark fiber, Metro‑Ethernet, MPLS, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, and EVPN.
• Current ACSP (Aruba), CCNP (Cisco), or higher network certifications are highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and project management skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Pay range: $35 - $80 per hour