IT Principle Network Engineer | Hybrid

Overview

On Site
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 6 month

Skills

Routing Protocols
Cisco
Aruba
F5
Optimization
Leadership
Project Management
Innovation
Scalability
Enterprise Networks
LAN
WLAN
High Availability
Network Design
Collaboration
Mentorship
IT Management
Vendor Relationships
Procurement
Computer Hardware
Regulatory Compliance
Computer Science
Information Technology
Network Engineering
Routing
Switches
Border Gateway Protocol
OSPF
EIGRP
Spanning Tree Protocol
Firewall
Virtual Private Network
Network Security
Cloud Computing
Microsoft Azure
Google Cloud Platform
Google Cloud
SD
WAN
Python
Ansible
Cisco Certifications
JNCIE
Amazon Web Services
Computer Networking
Network
Virtualization
VMware
Documentation
Communication
Management

Job Details

We have urgent role of Principal Network Engineer | Hybrid. Please revert if you are interested to apply.

Principal Network Engineer

Location- Miami hybrid ideally 3 days onsite.

Type: C2H

Skills:

  • Cisco VXLAN
  • Routing Protocols OSPF, BGP
  • Cisco Catalyst WLCs
  • Aruba Wireless
  • Versa SDWAN
  • F5 Load Balancers

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Principal Network Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of our enterprise network infrastructure. This role requires deep technical expertise in network architecture, security, and performance, as well as strong leadership and project management skills. The ideal candidate will serve as a technical authority and mentor within the network engineering team, driving innovation and ensuring the reliability and scalability of our global network systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and architect complex enterprise network solutions, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, and cloud networking.

Lead the implementation and maintenance of high-availability, secure, and scalable network infrastructure.

Evaluate and recommend new networking technologies and tools to improve performance and security.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including security, cloud, and application teams to align network strategies with business goals.

Troubleshoot and resolve high-level network issues and outages, ensuring minimal downtime.

Develop and enforce network policies, standards, and best practices.

Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across projects.

Manage vendor relationships and oversee procurement of network hardware and services.

Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal security policies.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

10+ years of experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years in a senior or principal role.

Expert-level knowledge of routing and switching protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, STP).

Strong experience with firewalls, VPNs, load balancers, and network security tools.

Proficiency in cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).

Hands-on experience with SD-WAN, network automation (Python, Ansible), and monitoring tools.

Relevant certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, JNCIE, or AWS Advanced Networking are highly desirable.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with network virtualization (e.g., VMware NSX).

Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture and SASE frameworks.

Strong documentation and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Thanks & Regards

Avnish Rao

Technical Recruiter

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