Senior Network Engineer 24F26

A Senior Network Engineer is a key player in an organization, responsible for managing and maintaining the complex network infrastructure needed to support business operations. This role involves not only installing and configuring network systems but also troubleshooting and optimizing them to ensure maximum performance and reliability. The Senior Network Engineer will also be involved in network security, ensuring that the infrastructure is safeguarded against external threats and vulnerabilities. This position demands a professional with strong analytical skills, capable of identifying network issues before they affect user experience. A successful candidate will possess extensive experience in networking technologies and have the ability to lead projects, mentor junior staff, and effectively collaborate with other IT professionals to deliver robust and scalable network solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage complex network systems, ensuring reliability and security.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime.
• Upgrade network equipment with the latest stable firmware releases and configurations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to enhance system performance and user experience.
• Conduct network capacity planning and integrate future growth needs into current models.
• Provide leadership and guidance to junior network engineers and technicians.
• Develop network diagrams, documentation, and reports for network architecture designs.
• Ensure network security protocols are up-to-date and properly implemented to thwart threats.
• Manage vendor relationships and coordinate with external service providers for troubleshooting.
• Analyze network traffic patterns to optimize and enhance network throughput.
• Participate in strategic planning to align network infrastructure with business objectives.
• Regularly update executive management on network performance and project statuses.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Networking, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering or equivalent roles.
• Strong understanding of network security concepts and practices essential.
• Proficiency in configuring and managing routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Hands-on experience with network monitoring and analysis tools a must.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail and optimization.
• Strong communication skills to interact with technical and non-technical audiences.