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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Network Engineer - **Company:** City and County of Denver - **Location:** Denver, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $123,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Apple IOS, Border Gateway Protocol, Cisco Unified Communications Manager, Network Operating System (NOS), Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Network Architecture, Network Diagrams, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Packet Analyzer, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Simple Network Management Protocols, Software Vulnerability Management, Cisco WebEx, Computer Network Operations, Build Management, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Network Support, Cisco, Servicenow - **Published:** August 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://denver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CCD-denver-denvergov-CSC_Jobs-Civil_service_jobs-Police_Jobs-Fire_Jobs/job/Downtown-Denver/Senior-Network-Engineer_R0082596-1 ## About the Role We're looking for a highly motivated, hands-on Senior Network Engineer who loves the craft of networking and takes pride in building reliable systems for a major metropolitan government environment., We're looking for candidates with strong hands-on networking experience, proactive ownership, and a collaborative mindset. Preferred Skills & Tools * CCNP or CCNA strongly preferred. * Expertise with: + Routing protocols: OSPF/EIGRP/BGP + SolarWinds Orion & NCM + NetBrain + Cisco telephony & WebEx Cloud Calling + Packet capture/analysis tools + Palo Alto firewalls + Cisco Security (FTD/FMC) + CUCM, Cisco voice systems + Vulnerability management, PCI/CJIS/HIPAA considerations + Copper/fiber troubleshooting and network design * Strong documentation and change-record creation skills. * Hybrid work capability and highly collaborative team mentality., * Education requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Mathematics or a related field. * Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of professional Information Technology experience installing, maintaining, and/or modifying network operating systems to include both software and hardware. * Education/Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. * Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements. * License/Certifications: Must obtain Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) clearance within the probationary period., Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S. ## Description This role sits on TS's build/architecture team, responsible for designing, implementing, refreshing, and handing off network infrastructure across City agencies. If you're an engineer with strong Cisco/Meraki experience who enjoys meaningful responsibility, minimal travel, and a supportive, collaborative team - this role will feel like home. As a Network Engineer on our architecture/build team, you will support design, installation, refresh, documentation, and operational readiness across Denver's enterprise network footprint. Responsibilities Core Build & Infrastructure Tasks * Perform day-to-day maintenance, installation, upgrades, and monitoring of Cisco & Meraki network systems. * Plan, coordinate, and perform IOS upgrades, switch/router replacements, and major refresh projects following change management procedures. * Build and deploy new sites, equipment stacks, and network infrastructure as part of TS capital and operational initiatives. Advanced Network Support * Diagnose and resolve complex/critical network and wireless issues with a calm, solutions-focused approach. * Monitor and tune network/voice hardware, respond to outages, and provide regular updates to leadership. * Manage SNMP alerts, packet captures, and analysis for proactive issue mitigation. Collaboration & Architecture * Partner with senior network architects, management, and agency stakeholders on short- and long-term network strategies. * Work closely with peer engineers on planning, installation, and refresh cycles for Cisco routing and switching environments. Documentation & Handoff * Perform and document backups, recovery procedures, and ensure all documentation is current and accurate. * Provide clear, complete handoff packages to the Network Operations (break-fix) team. * Create and maintain knowledge base articles, network diagrams, and capacity planning documentation. 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