Senior Network EngineerThe Senior Network Engineer supports the Senior Network Architect in designing, developing, and evolving the enterprise network infrastructure. This role translates business and technical requirements into secure, scalable, and highly available architecture across branch offices, data centers, and cloud environments. The Senior Network Engineer collaborates closely with business, IT, engineering, application, and information security teams, contributing to strategic network designs and modernization initiatives.
Responsibilities include implementing modern networking solutions, supporting office moves, troubleshooting, and configuration, while ensuring alignment with organizational goals, performance standards, and security best practices.Key Responsibilities:Maintains contact and builds relationships with the operating businesses, IT management, IT vendors and technical architects to ensure availability, security, and satisfaction.Assists in identifying new and improved approaches, technologies, tools, templates, and business use cases.Supports deployment and configuration of a complex Network Infrastructure environment.Leads Networking Break-Fix situations with multiple team members including managed service provider partners.Maintains broad-based technical and solutions knowledge in key Networking optimization and solution areas including: Enterprise routing solutions Cisco SDWAN Cisco Catalyst Center Network Segmentation VPN concentration Networking expertise across a Hybrid Cloud Environment (On-Premise, Azure, AWS, OCI) Infrastructure as Code (IaC) / Networking Automation ManagementSupervises work of others. Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of their subordinates.Preferred Qualifications:Networking – Cloud & On-PremiseUnderstanding network security and firewall policyITIL environment of formal Change processes, Systems Development Lifecycle processes and of production of requirements documentation and evidence (ServiceNow experience a plus)2+ years of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)Extensive understanding of routing architectureExtensive understanding of Cisco networking productsTechnical Skills:Advanced knowledge in routing protocols and switching technologies (On-Prem & Cloud) such as (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, OMP, VXLAN)Advanced knowledge of Cisco SDWANAdvanced knowledge of Cisco Catalyst CenterKnowledge of Zero Trust Experience technologiesCisco Wireless Experience for Wi-Fi 6E using predictive site toolsNetwork Authentication utilizing Cisco ISEExperience in implementing network observability and monitoring platforms such as Cisco ThousandEyes, Solarwinds Network Performance Monitor, or similar tools.Scripting/Coding and automation using such tools as PowerShell, Python, Ansible, Terraform, etc.Business Skills:Experience in leading the delivery of assessments, development of business cases, and solution architecture.Experience with multi-phased, complex migration programs that address technology, people / organization, and process change.Strong written skills – able to create concise and structured recommendations for total solutions as well as simplifying systems architectures.Dynamic and engaging presentation style that commands respect, inspires confidence, earns trust, and makes the complex easy to understand.Strong business engagement and customer relationship management.Demonstrated proficiency with technical architecture, practical adaptation and implementation, functional deployment, and business ROI focused areas of enterprise infrastructure solutions.Financial fluency which includes working with ROI, cost analysis, and financial statements.Strong command of EnglishManagement Skills:Experience leading 3rd party delivery teams in geographically diverse locationsMinimum Qualifications:BS and/or MS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience10+ years' of relevant experienceAll applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.Certifications:Cisco CCNACisco CCNP EnterprisePrisma Access SASEWork Environment/Physical Demands:Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.Salary Plan ITS: Information Technology Service Compensation Transparency In accordance with local requirements, the annual compensation ranges for this role are listed below by state or jurisdiction and reflect the applicable office location(s) within each. Final compensation is determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, internal alignment, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.State of Colorado: $137,654 - $240,922State of Minnesota: $131,397 - $229,971Job Grade 018Black & Veatch endeavors to make accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at or via our accommodations request form. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. 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