Senior Network Engineer

Overview

Hybrid
$140,000+
Full Time

Skills

Cisco
Palo Alto
Arista

Job Details

Who We Are
Founded in 2009, The Doyle Group is a leading IT consulting and placement firm focused on building high-performing technology teams. With a vision to be the most client-centric firm in the industry, we connect exceptional talent with great organizations through a consultative, relationship-first approach. We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, direct hire, and executive search services, with deep expertise across areas like Program & Project Management, Data & Analytics, Change Management, and more.

Senior Network Engineer (Palo Alto)

Location: Hybrid, need to be available to come to the Denver office when needed
Full-Time | Direct Hire
$140,000 $155,000 base + 10% annual bonus
On-call Rotation: 1 week every 6 7 weeks (low volume)
Security-Critical, High-Impact Environment

The Opportunity

We are engaged in a search for a Senior Network Engineer to join a high-performing infrastructure team within a security-critical, enterprise-scale environment. This is a strategic backfill for a former lead who was promoted into management. The team is seeking a confident, technically sharp engineer who can influence architecture, lead design initiatives, and elevate team performance.

This is not a maintenance role it s a chance to lead architectural projects that could involve cloud transformation and zero-trust security initiatives. Our client is looking to move more to the cloud in 2026.

What You ll Do

  • Serve as one of the technical leads for a team of engineers and admins during a critical transformation period.
  • Responsible for effective provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, support, design, and maintenance of network and security systems, hardware, software, and related infrastructure.
  • Install new / rebuild existing switches, routers, firewalls, monitoring systems, management platforms, and configure hardware, network modules, services, settings, policies, etc. in accordance with standards and project/operational requirements.
  • Provide Tier III/other network support for corporate, data center, and property network issues per request from various constituencies.
  • Install and use software/hardware, such as firewalls and data encryption programs, to protect sensitive information by working directly with the security and infrastructure teams.
  • Assist with Architecture and design solutions for:
    • Palo Alto environment
    • Data center modernization
  • Guide routing/switching strategies across 455 switches and 5,000 8,000 endpoints.
  • Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and security teams to align on strategy.
  • Participate in whiteboarding and strategic design conversations not just operational tasks.

Technical Environment

  • Routing/Switching: Core L3 skills required; Arista (VXLAN, CloudVision) strongly preferred.
  • Firewalls/Security: Palo Alto expertise essential (250+ devices in use).
  • Wireless: Ruckus APs at scale (30 40,000 APs), including controller-based management.
  • Cloud: Azure (limited now, expanding in 2025); hybrid cloud networking experience a plus.
  • Automation/Scripting: Python, Ansible, PowerShell, or similar tools are a bonus.

What You Bring

  • Senior-level experience in enterprise networking across multi-site environments.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to lead discussions and mentor others.
  • Experience in high-consequence environments where uptime directly impacts revenue.

Team & Culture

  • Reports to a hands-on manager (former peer) with deep technical roots.
  • Team includes one other senior engineer, two junior engineers, and two admins.
  • Leadership opportunity: mentor others, influence architecture, and grow your scope.
  • This is an even keel group that is collaborative and supportive. Check your EGO at the door.

Interview Process

We prioritize transparency and a seamless candidate experience. The process includes:

  • Technical Deep-Dive with the hiring manager (virtual)
  • Final Interview with senior leadership (on-site or remote)
  • Expect engaging, whiteboard-style discussions focused on real-world problem-solving.

Why This Role?

  • Proven track record of bonus payouts at or above target
  • Opportunity to lead cutting-edge ZTNA/cloud projects
  • Stability, visibility, and room to lead without being lost in red tape

At The Doyle Group, we take a two-client approach we re equally invested in your success as a candidate and in the success of the client we represent. Our goal is to make your interview process seamless, transparent, and centered around your goals and strengths.

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