Senior Network Engineer/Network Architect

Seeking a Senior Network Engineer with strong Cisco networking, ACI, SD-WAN, and enterprise network security experience. Responsible for multi-site network assessments, infrastructure standardization, network operations, troubleshooting, and automation within a large healthcare environment., * Lead network discovery and assessments across LAN, WAN, wireless, and data center environments.

• Analyze network architecture, routing, switching, IP addressing, redundancy, and security.
• Use tools such as Device42, Lansweeper, ServiceNow Discovery, and SolarWinds.
• Manage Cisco network infrastructure, firewall configurations, and SD-WAN connectivity.
• Review hardware/software lifecycle, firmware upgrades, vulnerabilities, and end-of-life risks.
• Develop standardized network configurations, remediation plans, and technical documentation.
• Provide Tier 3 escalation support within NOC/Managed Services operations.
• Execute network changes, including switch additions, firewall changes, and site refreshes.
• Support network automation, monitoring improvements, and self-healing infrastructure initiatives.
• Coordinate network changes with technical teams and healthcare stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of enterprise network engineering experience, including 3+ years in a senior/lead role.
• Strong Cisco networking expertise:
• Routing: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP.
• Switching: Cisco Nexus and Catalyst.
• Wireless: Meraki and Catalyst 9800.
• Security: ASA and Firepower.
• Cisco ACI certification required.
• Hands-on experience with at least two enterprise firewall platforms: Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Check Point.
• Experience with SD-WAN platforms such as Cisco Viptela, Meraki, Fortinet, or VMware VeloCloud.
• Experience with network discovery tools and ServiceNow ITSM/CMDB.
• Strong knowledge of network security, segmentation, NAC, 802.1X, VPN, and PKI.
• Understanding of hybrid cloud and site-to-cloud connectivity.
• Ability to work independently across multiple locations and communicate technical findings effectively., * Cisco CCNP or CCIE certification.
• Palo Alto PCNSE, Fortinet, or equivalent security certifications.
• Healthcare or other regulated-industry experience.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, HITRUST, IoMT segmentation, and EMR/EHR connectivity.
• Experience with Python, Ansible, or Terraform for network automation.
• Previous MSP or NOC Managed Services experience.