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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Network Engineer - **Company:** Worldpac LLC - **Location:** Oak Brook, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $130,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Complex Networks, Information Systems, Data Centers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Dynamic Multipoint Virtual Private Networks, Domain Name System (DNS), Information Technology Operations, Networking Hardware, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Routing, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Public Key Infrastructure, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Runbook, SAP Sales and Distribution, TCP/IP, Traffic Analysis, Wireshark, Wide Area Networks, Identity Services Engine, Computer Network Operations, Connectivity Problems, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Npm(Software), Routing & Switching, Terraform, Software Version Control, Big Ip, Cisco - **Published:** September 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a62c64e1f239f556 ## About the Role * 8-15 years of hands-on experience in enterprise Cisco network infrastructure, including routing, switching, wireless, and SD-WAN. * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related discipline. * Deep working knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, DMVPN, QoS, and policy-based routing. * Proven expertise with Cisco SD-WAN, Meraki, Cisco ACI (or comparable data center fabric), and Cisco/Meraki wireless. * Strong experience with SolarWinds (NPM/NTA) or comparable monitoring platforms, and packet-capture analysis (Wireshark). * Hands-on experience with F5 BIG-IP/LTM administration and troubleshooting, plus solid working knowledge of Cisco ISE, Infoblox DDI, and Palo Alto firewalls sufficient to partner effectively with security engineering. * Demonstrated ability to lead technical workstreams within larger projects, including data center or SD-WAN initiatives. * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root-cause-analysis skills for complex, multi-layered network issues. * Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical detail for both technical and non-technical audiences. * Comfortable managing vendor and MSP relationships for equipment delivery and escalations. * Experience with PKI/certificate lifecycle management. * Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code and automation tooling (Ansible, Python, Terraform). * Experience with Azure or AWS networking at a design/implementation level. * CCNP required; progress toward or possession of CCIE strongly preferred. ## Description The Senior Network Engineer designs, implements, and maintains a scalable, secure network infrastructure across our distribution centers, branches, and cloud environments. This role owns troubleshooting, leads meaningful pieces of network projects (data center connectivity, SD-WAN rollouts, capacity expansions), while partnering closely with the security team on network-security integration., * Architect, implement, and maintain scalable and secure network infrastructure across Cisco switching/routing, Cisco/Meraki SD-WAN, and Cisco ACI data center fabric. * Lead diagnosis and resolution of complex network issues, including intermittent connectivity problems, performance bottlenecks, and multi-site routing/switching faults. * Design and support enterprise wireless architecture across Cisco and Meraki wireless controllers, including RF planning input, policy, and segmentation. * Own the day-to-day administration and operational health of SolarWinds NPM/NTA, including monitoring coverage, alerting, dashboards, device onboarding, and platform maintenance; use SolarWinds, Wireshark, and related tools for capacity planning and advanced traffic analysis. * Own configuration standards and version control for network devices, ensuring consistent, secure, and auditable network operations. * Administer and optimize Infoblox DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) for enterprise-scale environments. * Partner with the network security to integrate network devices with Cisco ISE, Palo Alto firewalls, and PKI/certificate-based authentication, and to implement segmentation aligned with Zero Trust principles. * Lead or significantly contribute to network projects such as data center migrations, SD-WAN expansions, and branch network builds, coordinating with IT operations, security, and application teams. * Direct the relationship with the managed services provider (MSP) for new site builds, escalations, and complex troubleshooting. * Evaluate emerging network technologies and provide recommendations to management on adoption for future growth. * Begin introducing automation (Ansible, Python, or similar) to streamline recurring configuration tasks and reduce manual error. * Support cloud network connectivity for Azure and/or AWS environments (VPN/ExpressRoute/Direct Connect, VNets/VPCs) in partnership with cloud teams. * Maintain thorough network documentation, diagrams, and runbooks; ensure changes follow change management standards. * Participate in an on-call rotation, serving as an escalation point above the MSP's first-line support. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Demystifying application networking in the cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/675-demystifying-application-networking-in-the-cloud) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Top Must-Visit Developer Conferences in the US in 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/679-top-must-visit-developer-conferences-in-the-us-in-2026) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)