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# SDWAN Network Engineer

- **Company:** S20 Recruiting LLC
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $85,000.0 - $110,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Complex Networks, Multi-protocol Systems, NetFlow, Routing, Packet Analyzer, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Paessler Router Traffic Grapher, Wireshark, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP), SolarWinds (Software), Fortinet, Cisco
- **Published:** October 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/sdwan-network-engineer-nj--c0b8876e-8004-4321-8206-ccca8e3bf05a

## About the Role

* 6+ years of experience in networking and SD-WAN, ideally within a service provider environment
 * Professional level, hands-on experience with routing and switching, including OSPF, BGP, VLANs, STP and VTP
 * In-depth knowledge of MPLS, LDP, RSVP, QoS and traffic engineering, with real-world WAN connectivity and optimisation experience
 * Practical experience with Versa, Fortinet and/or Cisco SD-WAN, including configuration, policy-based routing, application-aware routing and troubleshooting
 * Strong packet analysis and diagnostics skills using tools such as Wireshark, SolarWinds, PRTG, NetFlow and ThousandEyes
 * A calm, structured approach to escalations and confidence communicating with customers, vendors and internal teams
 * Clear written documentation and reporting skills
 * CCNP, CCIE or equivalent Network/SD-WAN certification an advantage

## Description

S23 - TelecomsNetwork & SD-WAN Engineer (3rd Line)Location: New Jersey, US Salary: $85,000-$110,000About the RoleA global telco company is looking for an experienced Network & SD-WAN Engineer to join its International Service Operations Centre. The SOC is the single point of contact for enterprise customers worldwide. It supports network, SD-WAN, cloud and security, and unified collaboration services.This is a hands-on 3rd line role. You'll take ownership of escalated and complex technical issues, design and implement network changes, and work directly with customers to improve their service. You'll need to work out what matters most and get it done without much supervision. Your work will have a direct impact on the quality of Day 2 services.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the 3rd line technical lead for escalated and complex issues across services, designs and solutionsWork closely with 2nd line service assurance teams on troubleshooting and technical administrationCreate and administer low-level designs and deliver complex network changes for customer servicesBuild strong customer relationships, attend service reviews and drive actions to fix service quality issuesCreate and validate RCAs and PCAs following high severity outagesSupport cross-functional teams on service improvement plans, complex migrations and changes that improve network uptimeDevelop and maintain SOPs, knowledge base articles, troubleshooting guides and working instructionsUpskill the service desk through training, breakout sessions and on-the-job guidanceWhat We're Looking For6+ years of experience in networking and SD-WAN, ideally within a service provider environmentProfessional level, hands-on experience with routing and switching, including OSPF, BGP, VLANs, STP and VTPIn-depth knowledge of MPLS, LDP, RSVP, QoS and traffic engineering, with real-world WAN connectivity and optimisation experiencePractical experience with Versa, Fortinet and/or Cisco SD-WAN, including configuration, policy-based routing, application-aware routing and troubleshootingStrong packet analysis and diagnostics skills using tools such as Wireshark, SolarWinds, PRTG, NetFlow and ThousandEyesA calm, structured approach to escalations and confidence communicating with customers, vendors and internal teamsClear written documentation and reporting skillsCCNP, CCIE or equivalent Network/SD-WAN certification an advantageWhy Join?A senior technical role where your expertise directly shapes service quality for global enterprise customersExposure to a wide range of technologies across network, SD-WAN, cloud, security and UCWork with complex, multi-vendor SD-WAN environments at real scaleBacked by one of the world's largest subsea fibre networks and a global customer base of 7,000+ enterprisesThe chance to influence how the service desk works through training, process and knowledge sharingCompetitive salary and benefits
S23 - TelecomsNetwork & SD-WAN Engineer (3rd Line)Location: New Jersey, US Salary: $85,000-$110,000About the RoleA global telco company is looking for an experienced Network & SD-WAN Engineer to join its International Service Operations Centre. The SOC is the single point of contact for enterprise customers worldwide. It supports network, SD-WAN, cloud and security, and unified collaboration services.This is a hands-on 3rd line role. You'll take ownership of escalated and complex technical issues, design and implement network changes, and work directly with customers to improve their service. You'll need to work out what matters most and get it done without much supervision. Your work will have a direct impact on the quality of Day 2 services.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the 3rd line technical lead for escalated and complex issues across services, designs and solutionsWork closely with 2nd line service assurance teams on troubleshooting and technical administrationCreate and administer low-level designs and deliver complex network changes for customer servicesBuild strong customer relationships, attend service reviews and drive actions to fix service quality issuesCreate and validate RCAs and PCAs following high severity outagesSupport cross-functional teams on service improvement plans, complex migrations and changes that improve network uptimeDevelop and maintain SOPs, knowledge base articles, troubleshooting guides and working instructionsUpskill the service desk through training, breakout sessions and on-the-job guidanceWhat We're Looking For6+ years of experience in networking and SD-WAN, ideally within a service provider environmentProfessional level, hands-on experience with routing and switching, including OSPF, BGP, VLANs, STP and VTPIn-depth knowledge of MPLS, LDP, RSVP, QoS and traffic engineering, with real-world WAN connectivity and optimisation experiencePractical experience with Versa, Fortinet and/or Cisco SD-WAN, including configuration, policy-based routing, application-aware routing and troubleshootingStrong packet analysis and diagnostics skills using tools such as Wireshark, SolarWinds, PRTG, NetFlow and ThousandEyesA calm, structured approach to escalations and confidence communicating with customers, vendors and internal teamsClear written documentation and reporting skillsCCNP, CCIE or equivalent Network/SD-WAN certification an advantageWhy Join?A senior technical role where your expertise directly shapes service quality for global enterprise customersExposure to a wide range of technologies across network, SD-WAN, cloud, security and UCWork with complex, multi-vendor SD-WAN environments at real scaleBacked by one of the world's largest subsea fibre networks and a global customer base of 7,000+ enterprisesThe chance to influence how the service desk works through training, process and knowledge sharingCompetitive salary and benefits