Lead Network Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Lead Network Engineer in Miami, FL.

Responsibilities:
* Provide expertise and technical leadership to define client network and telecommunications strategy, create actionable multi-year roadmaps, and lead the implementation using next generation SASE network design principles
* Act as the global subject matter expert in our WAN, LAN, VoIP, wireless, and hybrid cloud network solutions, partnering with both business and IT functions to provide domain expertise and best practices
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders, product vendors, and other third-party service providers in the strategic design process to translate business needs into platform/custom solutions
* Serve as a technical leader undertaking complex initiatives requiring specialized technical knowledge
* Evaluate emerging network and telecom technologies to make business cases where relevant for introducing those that align with our corporate imperatives, business goals, and technology roadmaps and will help deliver operational excellence
* Lead the development of network and telecommunications solution standards and procedures
* Design, plan, document, and support the configuration of logical and physical system layouts
* Develop detailed design, installation, and configuration documentation for enterprise system deployments
* Develop operational documentation and diagrams, design and build device configuration templates, automate device deployments and changes, and contribute to the overall stability and standardization of the network environment
* Oversee and lead the delivery of large-scale strategic initiatives, such as the optimization of our audio/visual platform and migration of our telephony platform to the cloud
* Perform analysis and develop solutions that address capacity planning and performance tuning requests

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent and related work experience
* 10+ years of experience with network switching and routing, voice, and cloud technologies
* 5+ years of experience with Cisco Nexus and Meraki, and SDWAN products and services
* Hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and managing AWS-based technology platforms and capabilities including, but not limited to, Virtual Networks, Transit Gateways, Load Balancers, Direct Connect, and Global Accelerator
* Knowledge of client/server and host-based strategies and different network topologies
* Experience managing on premise, cloud, co-location, and hybrid data center network infrastructure
* Hands-on and design and implementation experience with servers, networking, VoIP, unified communication, virtualization, Microsoft 365, and end user computing, including end point device management
* Vendor management including RFI/RFP creation, evaluation, and vendor negotiations
* Internet and network security experience (Zscaler and Netskope are a plus)
* Solid understanding of designing and administering IP networks (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, VPNs, load balancers, VLANs, QoS, Ethernet, 802.1q/p, Spanning Tree, RADIUS, TACACS, etc.)
* In-depth knowledge of network management tools, including SNMP, Syslog, NTP, etc.
* Technical knowledge of and experience with wireless telecommunications industry and standards is a plus
* Strong project management and implementation skills
* Experience working in an Agile environment with associated tooling (Jira, etc.)
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Server and workstation OSes, UNIX, Linux and MacOS
* Expert level understanding of current vendor technology offerings in the network and telecom space
* Certifications in areas related to network and telecom management are preferred: CNE, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, CTNS, CTSME, Cisco S

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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