Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Engineer – Network to design, implement, manage, and optimize a large-scale enterprise network infrastructure supporting 350+ locations. This role focuses on high-performance WAN, LAN, wireless, and cloud connectivity, including MPLS, Dedicated Internet Access (DIA), point-to-point circuits, cloud interconnects, and secure VPN solutions.
The ideal candidate will lead advanced routing, security enforcement, network automation, and performance monitoring initiatives while ensuring reliability, scalability, and compliance with industry security standards. This position also plays a key role in cloud network architecture, proactive monitoring, and mentoring junior engineers.
Key Responsibilities
Design, deploy, and optimize a scalable, highly available, and secure enterprise network environment
Architect and maintain MPLS, DIA, point-to-point circuits, and cloud interconnect solutions
Implement and support IPSec VPN tunnels for secure connectivity
Engineer advanced routing policies using BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, static routes, prefix lists, ACLs, and route maps
Design and manage enterprise wireless networks and access point infrastructure
Administer and support enterprise routing and switching platforms
Manage DNS, DHCP, and IP address management (DDI) platforms for resilient network services
Implement network access control and authentication frameworks (802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+)
Monitor performance using SNMP-based tools and deep packet inspection platforms
Analyze traffic patterns, troubleshoot latency and packet loss, and resolve performance bottlenecks
Enforce firewall rules, NAT policies, and security segmentation
Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and regulatory frameworks
Collaborate with security teams to monitor threats and strengthen network defenses
Automate network operations using scripting and infrastructure-as-code tools
Optimize QoS, traffic engineering, and capacity planning initiatives
Design and manage hybrid cloud network architectures across major cloud providers
Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and operational runbooks
Mentor engineers and support cross-functional technology initiatives
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
7+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering or architecture
Strong expertise in WAN technologies, cloud interconnects, and secure VPN solutions
Deep understanding of routing protocols and network security controls
Extensive experience with enterprise routing, switching, and wireless environments
Proficiency in network monitoring, performance analytics, and troubleshooting tools
Hands-on experience with DNS/DHCP/IPAM platforms and network access control solutions
Strong scripting and automation capabilities
Ability to analyze packet captures, telemetry data, and network logs
