Network Engineer Senior

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Network Engineer Senior, you will be a key member of the network infrastructure team, providing senior-level network engineering services in the planning, designing, implementation, and maintenance of the enterprise network. This includes Campus, Datacenter, Remote Sites, Cloud, and third-party network connectivity. Some but not all network services include Routing, Switching, VPN, Load Balancing, Wireless networking, Optical networking, Firewalls, and Virtual Networking. This position follows a hybrid work model, combining remote work with on-site visits to locations such as downtown Phoenix and County data centers. Travel to various job-related sites may be required during the workday and must comply with County policies regarding the use of County or personal vehicles for official business.

Requirements

• Five years of experience in network operations and engineering, which includes: Extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing networking solutions
• Experience in Enterprise LAN/WAN and Wireless topologies
• Knowledge of OSPF, BGP, MPLS, NSX-T, ACI, Multicast, Telco Services, VPN, and network automation
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.
• Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona Driver's license by the time of hire

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Software Defined Networking
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise or higher
• Cisco Certified Internet Expert (CCIE)

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, test, and maintain LAN/WAN equipment and related services for Web support.
• Lead in the diagnosis and resolve complex network problems.
• Proactively identify and implement automation and scripting that improve operational efficiencies and reduce the need for manual checklist completions.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented networks.
• Act as a collaborative service provider to our internal and external customers.
• Partner with software engineering, product, and architecture to shape engineering approaches; share knowledge and experience.
• Define & review end state architectural design documents.
• Review existing policies and procedures to identify potential gaps, problems or opportunities for improvement and develop recommendations.
• Mentor engineers with technical knowledge.
• Act as SME in the definition and policy making of network and security protocols.
• Other Job Duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior