Network Engineer III

Job#: 2090001

Job Description:

We are seeking a Network Engineer 3 to join our effort. This candidate will be responsible for finalizing the design and implementation of a BGP network that will serve as the backbone of our ISP.

Core Technical Requirements

• BGP Expertise: Ability to design, configure, and maintain BGP routing across multiple peers, including route reflection, policy controls, and failover scenarios.
• Network Architecture: Design scalable, redundant ISP-grade networks across core, distribution, and edge layers.
• Security: Knowledge of securing BGP sessions (MD5 authentication, prefix filtering, RPKI), firewall integration, and DDoS mitigation.
• Protocols & ISP Operations: OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, VPNs, QoS, IPv4/IPv6 management, peering agreements, DNS/DHCP/IPAM.

Additional Attributes

• Hands-On Implementation: Configure routers/switches, troubleshoot, and operationalize the design.
• Vendor Experience: Cisco IOS-XR, Palo Alto NGFW, Infoblox, Nutanix, or comparable platforms.
• Monitoring & Documentation: NOC dashboards, SNMP/NetFlow, detailed runbooks, and network diagrams.
• Collaboration: Work effectively across city departments (Public Safety, Public Works, Schools, Libraries) and external providers.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills to explain complex designs to varied stakeholders.
• Problem-solving mindset for escalations and critical incidents.
• Background in municipal broadband or public sector networks is a plus.

We are looking for senior-level candidates who have designed and operated provider-grade networks, not just enterprise environments.

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Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.