Senior Network Engineer; Azure Certification - REMOTE

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$90,000.00/yr - $/yr

Are you a senior-level Network Engineer looking for an opportunity to be the primary networking authority and subject matter expert? Pave Talent is hiring on behalf of our client, a well-established IT services provider, seeking a talented Enterprise Systems Engineer focused on Networking to join their growing team. This is your chance to design complex network solutions, lead implementations, and shape network standards for diverse mid-size, technology-centric companies.

About Our Client

Our client, founded in 2003, is a leading IT services and consulting firm specializing in infrastructure support, systems management, network design, security, and strategic guidance. They foster an employee-centered culture built on collaboration, integrity, commitment, and trust, offering ample opportunities for professional growth and development. They boast exceptional client retention, demonstrating stability and a strong reputation in the industry.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of complex network infrastructure for various client environments, including WAN, LAN, SD-WAN, VPN, and cloud networking.
• Architect scalable, redundant, and secure network solutions, focusing on segmentation, high availability, and performance optimization.
• Serve as the Tier-3 escalation point for advanced routing, switching, firewall, and cloud networking issues.
• Execute project plans, manage concurrent projects, and ensure deliverables meet scope, timeline, and budget requirements.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, standards, and procedures.
• Troubleshoot complex network problems involving technologies like multicast (PIM), Spanning Tree, VLANs, and link aggregation.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients, assist with pre-sales technical efforts, and draft Statements of Work (SOWs).

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years in network engineering, including design and implementation, preferably in enterprise or MSP settings.
• Active Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Deep proficiency with Cisco IOS, including CLI configuration of switches and firewalls.
• Expertise in Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), VLANs, and multicast (including PIM routing).
• Hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki is essential.
• Experience managing enterprise-scale network environments.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, routing, and firewall management.
• Experience with virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V) and backup solutions.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, and Entra .
• Strong understanding of security best practices (MFA, encryption, SSL).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work core hours overlapping with Pacific Time Zone (9 AM - 3 PM PST required availability).

Why Join?

Become the go-to networking expert within a collaborative Enterprise Services team. Work alongside skilled engineers with complementary expertise. Enjoy opportunities for growth, including potential training in Azure networking (AZ-700) and Zero Trust architecture. Be part of a stable company with a strong emphasis on employee success and development.

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Information Technology
• Industries
  
  IT Services and IT Consulting, Computer and Network Security, and Information Services

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