Senior Network Engineer - Remote but open to travel onsite (Jackson Mississippi) 50/50 client pays T&E - 6+ Months Contract

Job Details:

Job Title: Senior Network Engineer

Location: Remote but open to travel onsite (Jackson, Mississippi) 50/50 client pays T&E

Duration: 6+ Months Contract

GENERAL SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Principal Network Engineer is a strategic technical leader responsible for architecting and optimizing enterprise network infrastructure.
• This role oversees large-scale network design, contributes to IT and security architecture, and mentors technical teams.
• The Principal Network Engineer ensures network resilience, performance, and security while aligning infrastructure initiatives with business objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, operate and maintain functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN), ensuring scalability and resilience to meet organizational needs spanning on-premises and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve critical network issues, providing Tier-3 escalation support and leading root cause analysis ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Develop and document network architectures, operational procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Develop and enforce network automation strategies using Terraform, Ansible, Python, or PowerShell to improve efficiency, security, and scalability.
• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including network configurations, operational procedures, and project plans.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and professional development.
• Stay informed about emerging networking technologies, trends, and security threats, providing strategic recommendations to optimize and future-proof network infrastructure.
• Other duties as assigned or may be necessary.

EXPERIENCE

• 4 - 7 years Hands-on experience in cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
• 4 - 7 years Experience with SD-WAN, network segmentation, and automation tools to enhance network efficiency.
• 4 - 7 years Experience in leading technical projects and mentoring junior engineers.
• 4 - 7 years Experience designing and supporting large-scale enterprise networks, including hybrid cloud environments
• 7 - 10 years Hands-on experience in network engineering, including design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise-scale networks.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Expert-level knowledge of networking architectures and protocols, including BGP, OSPF, MPLS, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VXLAN, and EVPN.
• Deep expertise in cloud networking, including AWS VPC, Azure Virtual WAN, Google Cloud Platform VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, and Cloud Load Balancers.
• Experience with SD-WAN, network virtualization, and software-defined networking (SDN) (Cisco ACI, VMware NSX, AWS Transit Gateway).
• Proficiency in network automation and scripting, leveraging Terraform, Ansible, Python, PowerShell to streamline operations.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex, multi-layered network issues across on-prem and cloud environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining complex networking concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrates excellent teamwork and embodies the virtues of being humble, hungry, and people smart.
• Proven ability to mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Demonstrates strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities, balancing business needs with security and operational excellence