Network Engineer

The successful Network Engineer candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and security of the enterprise network infrastructure. This role combines traditional network engineering responsibilities with cybersecurity-focused operational support to ensure secure, reliable, and resilient network services across on-premises and cloud environments. The position requires hands-on experience with routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and network troubleshooting, along with an understanding of network security principles, monitoring, and secure access controls. The role also requires foundational knowledge of cloud networking and cloud security concepts., * Design, configure, implement, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure

• Support routing, switching, wireless, and secure remote access technologies, including VPNs
• Troubleshoot network connectivity, latency, infrastructure, and hybrid cloud networking issues
• Configure and maintain firewalls, IDS/IPS, network segmentation, and access control solutions
• Support secure network design and implementation practices across on-premises and cloud environments
• Support cloud networking configurations, secure connectivity, and access policies across cloud and on-premises environments
• Support identity and access control concepts within cloud environments
• Monitor network performance, availability, capacity, and security events
• Perform network upgrades, patching, hardware/software maintenance, and change management activities
• Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and configuration standards
• Assist with incident response, firewall rule reviews, network security audits, and vulnerability remediation
• Support network hardening and operational reliability efforts
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems, and application teams to support infrastructure requirements and improve network security posture
• Participate in network architecture, infrastructure modernization, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Strong understanding of enterprise networking concepts including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, and switching
• Experience in the design and configuration of Cisco and Meraki platforms
• Experience with firewalls, VPNs, NAC, IDS/IPS, and network security technologies
• Knowledge of network monitoring and troubleshooting tools
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles including least privilege, segmentation, and secure access controls
• Familiarity with AWS networking and security concepts including:
• VPCs
• Security Groups
• Network ACLs
• IAM fundamentals
• VPN and hybrid connectivity
• Understanding of network protocols and packet analysis
• Familiarity with vulnerability management and network hardening practices
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and operational reliability
• May require after-hours maintenance, on-call support, and incident response participation
• Periodic travel required

SNI Technology has an immediate need for a Network Engineer to join a reputable and growing Media company in the greater Howard County, MD area!