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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Network Engineer - **Company:** AURIA, LLC - **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $115,000.0 - $135,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Complex Networks, Cyber Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Control, Network Planning and Design, Network Installation Services, Routing, Network Segmentation, Remote Access Technology, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Vulnerability Management, Multi-Cloud, HybridCloud, Palo Alto Networks, Routing & Switching, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9074997/senior-network-engineer ## About the Role * Mission-Driven Professional: Collaborative contributor motivated by the opportunity to develop cutting-edge solutions that protect and serve both the nation and the world. * U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. Government security TS/SCI clearance (existing clearance preferred). * 7+ years of progressive enterprise network engineering experience * Demonstrated hands-on experience with: + Palo Alto Networks firewalls + Enterprise Cisco switching and routing * Strong understanding of: + Network segmentation + Secure enclave design + Enterprise VPN technologies + High-availability network design * Experience supporting hybrid cloud networking architectures * Familiarity with: + AWS networking concepts + AWS Transit Gateway + Direct Connect and hybrid connectivity models * Working familiarity with: + CMMC + NIST SP 800-171 concepts + Security-focused network architecture principles * Experience supporting regulated or security-conscious environments * Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills WHAT THE TEAM PREFERS: * Industry certifications such as: + PCNSE + CCNP or CCIE o CISSP * Experience with: + Zero Trust networking initiatives o Network automation tools and scripting + Infrastructure-as-code concepts + Multi-enclave environments * Prior experience in aerospace, defense, government contracting, or similarly regulated industries ## Description + Own daily operation, support, optimization, and lifecycle management of enterprise network infrastructure + Maintain highly available and resilient connectivity across three primary offices and two satellite locations, Hybrid multi-cloud environments and Remote workforce connectivity solutions + Support and improve a two-tier enterprise network architecture using enterprise-class switching, routing, and firewall technologies + Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex network performance and reliability issues + Support a target network availability objective of 99.9% uptime * Security Architecture & Compliance: + Design and enhance segmented network architectures supporting: o CMMC-aligned environments o Logical separation of in-scope and out-of-scope systems o Security enclaves and restricted-access environments * Implement and maintain secure network boundary protections using Palo Alto firewalls * Modernize firewall rule sets and reduce organizational risk exposure through improved policy management and segmentation * Partner closely with cybersecurity teams to support: + Secure architecture reviews + Vulnerability remediation + Incident response activities + Compliance readiness efforts * Contribute to the organization's transition toward Zero Trust architecture principles Cloud & Remote Connectivity * Support hybrid cloud networking architectures across multiple cloud providers * Maintain and optimize connectivity technologies including: + AWS Transit Gateway + Direct Connect solutions + Site-to-site VPN connectivity * Improve performance and reliability for remote engineering and development teams Modernization & Automation * Identify opportunities to improve network scalability, resilience, and operational maturity * Assist in expanding network automation and infrastructure-as-code capabilities * Collaborate with Platform Operations and Infrastructure teams to standardize and modernize network deployments Leadership & Collaboration * Serve as the senior network engineering resource within the IT organization * Collaborate across: + Infrastructure & Security + Cybersecurity + Platform Operations + Help Desk / Service Delivery * Help define operational standards, documentation, and engineering best practices * Participate in planning for team growth, including mentoring and eventual support of a future Junior Network Engineer role ## Related Videos - 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