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# AVP, Data Center Network Engineer

- **Company:** LPL Financial
- **Location:** Fort Mill, SC, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $103,618 - $172,628
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Catalyst (Software), Cloud Computing, Data Centers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Multi-protocol Systems, Network Security, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Wide Area Networks, Dynamic Routing, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Data Center Networking, Information Technology, Cisco
- **Published:** October 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1ca1a5bddb28bc75

## About the Role

* 10+ years of Data Center Core Network Engineering and Architecture experience in a Cisco-centric environment
 * 2+ years of Cisco NDO & ACI, Nexus, and Catalyst
 * 2+ years of experience in large transformation programs
 * 2+ years of Data Center migration and Hybrid Cloud Networking experience

Core Competencies:

 * Strong knowledge of network engineering, network security, and firewalls
 * Expert knowledge of dynamic Routing Protocols such as OSPF and BGP
 * Proven ability to meet designated deadlines and ability to manage multiple projects.
 * Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, both oral and written, with the ability to articulate and educate others about complex technology with business acumen.
 * Experience designing, architecting, planning and implementing routing, switching and data center solutions and strategies in multi-vendor environment.

Preferences:

 * CCIE Certification preferred.
 * Hands-on experience and engineering/architecture level expertise in Cisco ACI, and switches such as Nexus 9000, 7000, 5000 and 2000 Switches.
 * Prefer a current Cisco Certified Design Professional and/or Cisco Certified Network Professional Certification, but not required.
 * Infoblox DNS/DHCP expertise.
 * Cloud Networking (i.e. AWS, Azure) experience
 * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience

## Description

LPL is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join our Datacenter Network Engineering team. This individual will be responsible for the design, engineering, and operations of our LAN/WAN and hybrid Data Center (cloud and on prem) environments. The position directly relates to providing scalable, resilient, and secure networking solutions for LPL, our Advisors, and their clients., * Engineer and architect Data Center, Cloud, and LAN/WAN networking solutions.

 * Configuration and deployment of both on premise and cloud-based networking technologies.
 * Responsible for the network domain as part of our DR strategy.
 * Wide area network design, deployments, and administration of MPLS, DIA, and SDWAN.
 * Collaborate effectively with various Teams within the organization.
 * Troubleshoot and identify the root cause of issues and develop continuous improvement.
 * Participate in an on-call schedule rotation.
 * Technical lead for team helping drive direction and mentoring team members.

What are we looking for?

We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world-class client experience. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, are client-focused, team oriented, and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.