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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Network Engineer - **Company:** Sierra Central Credit Union - **Location:** Yuba City, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $138,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Access Control List, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, VoIP, Communications as a Service (CaaS), Cloud Computing, Complex Networks, System Configuration, Data Centers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Deep Packet Inspection, Network Address Translation, Domain Name System (DNS), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Monitoring of Systems, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), NetFlow, Network Architecture, Routing, Packet Analyzer, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Windows PowerShell, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Runbook, TCP/IP, Wireshark, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Wireless Access Point, Wireless Networks, Data Logging, Network Routers, Dynamic Routing, Scripting, Transport Layer Security, Cloud Platform System, In-Plane Switching (IPS), Firewalls (Computer Science), Git, Information Technology, Optimization Algorithms, Fortinet, Firepower, Cisco - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=465f3d6c03ae0eb9 ## About the Role * Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. * Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. * Strong knowledge of networking protocols and services, including TCP/IP, VLANs, STP, routing, NAT, QoS, DHCP, and DNS. * Ability to configure and optimize dynamic routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP. * Understanding of Zero Trust security models, SASE frameworks, RF optimization techniques, and wireless network design principles. * Advanced troubleshooting and packet analysis skills using tools like Wireshark. * Proficiency in scripting, change management, automation, and monitoring tools using Python, Ansible, and PowerShell., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). * 7+ years of experience in network engineering in a complex enterprise environment. * Industry-recognized certifications such as CCNP Enterprise/Security, NSE-4+, ACE-A/ACE-L, VCTA-NV/VCP-NV, CMNA, CISSP, or Security+ (preferred). * Proficiency with Cisco Firepower, FortiGate, Arista EOS, VeloCloud SD-WAN, HPE Instant On, Meraki MR/MX/MS platforms. * Extensive experience with network protocols and services, including TCP/IP, VLANs, STP, routing, NAT, QoS, DHCP, and DNS. * Extensive experience configuring and optimizing dynamic routing protocols, including BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP where applicable. * Extensive VPN, ZTNA, and Firewall ACL experience. * Experience managing and configuring NextGen firewalls, NetFlow, Deep Packet Inspection (DPI), Intrusion Prevention/Detection Systems (IPS/IDS), and Access Control Lists (ACLs). * Experience in cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP). ## Description Under the supervision of the IT Manager, the Senior Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, configuration, and optimization of our enterprise network infrastructure across data centers, branch sites, and cloud environments. Ideal candidates will have deep experience with nextgen firewalls, routers, switches, Wireless Access Points, plus a strong command of WAN routing protocols, SD-WAN, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and Firewall ACLs., * Architecture & Design: Build resilient network architectures (campus, WAN/SD-WAN, data centers), segmentation, policy-based routing, and high-availability frameworks. * Implementation & Ops: Configure/manage firewalls, routers, switches and wireless access points; handle BGP/OSPF/EIGRP routing, IPsec/SSL VPNs, DNS/DHCP/NAT/QoS. * Telephony: Proven experience with enterprise telephony systems and VoIP technologies, including SIP signaling, RTP media streams, and troubleshooting voice protocols. Strong knowledge of CCaaS (Contact Center as a Service) and UCaaS (Unified Communications as a Service) platforms for voice, video, and collaboration. Expertise in QoS configuration for voice traffic, Session Border Controllers (SBCs), and VoIP security best practices to ensure reliable and secure communications across complex network environments. * Troubleshooting & Monitoring: Diagnose L2/L3, VPN, SD-WAN, wireless, and performance issues; lead incident response and post-mortems. * Automation & Documentation: Use Python/Ansible/Git for config automation; maintain diagrams, runbooks, inventories, and change records. * Security & Compliance: Manage ACLs, IPS/IDS, firewalls, NAT, zero-trust segmentation; enforce secure defaults and logging. 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