Job Description

As the Senior Network Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting and implementing networking equipment and software, including firewalls, switches, routers, and load balancers. You will ensure proper monitoring, patching, compliance, and backups for all network equipment while collaborating with IT units to develop plans and provide technical guidance. This role includes acting as a project manager for small to mid-size projects, delivering innovative solutions, and providing exceptional customer service. You will offer onsite and remote support on a 24x7 basis, troubleshoot escalated issues, and secure network infrastructures to protect productivity and mitigate threats.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 8+ years of network engineering experience in large enterprise environments.
• 5+ years in a senior capacity leading complex networking projects.
• Strong knowledge of routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, RIP, BGP) and Cisco routing/switching.
• Hands-on experience with firewalls (Checkpoint, Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto) and VPN technologies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities:

• Design, plan, and implement network equipment and capacity planning.
• Create and update documentation for network architecture and installations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues independently and with vendors.
• Ensure compliance with MassDOT/EOTSS security standards and audit requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to team members.
• Travel between facilities (only in MA) for maintenance and deployment.

Nice to Have:

• Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE).
• Knowledge of AWS network architecture.
• Experience with Metro-Ethernet technologies and VOIP/QoS.

What’s In It For You:

• Weekly Paychecks
• Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects impacting the Commonwealth.
• Collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

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