Network Engineer 2
About The Position
Condé Nast is a global media company, home to iconic brands including Vogue, GQ, Glamour, AD, Vanity Fair and Wired, among many others. Our award-winning content reaches 84 million consumers in print, 367 million in digital, and 379 million across social platforms, and generates more than 1 billion video views each month. We are headquartered in London and New York, and operate in 31 markets worldwide, including China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico & Latin America, Spain, Taiwan, the U.K. and the U.S., with local licence partners across the globe. About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Network Engineer to join our infrastructure team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and securing our enterprise-wide wired and wireless network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in advanced Routing and Switching, a comprehensive understanding of Enterprise Wireless Technologies, and a strong background in Palo Alto Networks firewalls. Additionally, this role requires a candidate who is willing to be hands-on with physical infrastructure, including data center device installations and cabling. This position demands a blend of high-level architectural thinking, rigorous security practices, wireless site optimization, and practical physical deployment skills.
Requirements
- Expertise in AWS cloud networking technologies, including Transit Gateways, Direct Connect, and VPNs.
- Technical proficiency in automation and scripting using Terraform and Python.
- In-depth knowledge of advanced routing protocols like OSPF and BGP.
- Hands-on experience with Zero Trust Networking and the AppGate SDP platform.
- Competency in wireless deployments using Meraki, Cisco, and Aruba solutions.
- Familiarity with multi-vendor interoperability and IEEE 802 standards.
- Exceptional communication skills and collaborative mindset.
- Skilled in Google Workspace and the creation of detailed network diagrams.
- Disciplined approach to infrastructure schemas and standard naming conventions.
- Commitment to continuous learning within switching and routing architectures.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field; equivalent professional experience and certifications will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- 5–8+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering, with demonstrated ownership of large-scale, multi-site environments.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience designing and troubleshooting advanced routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, STP, VXLAN, VPC) in a production environment.
- 2+ years of experience deploying and optimizing cloud-managed wireless networks (e.g., Meraki) architectures and RF site surveys.
- Proven experience securing wireless networks using WPA3, 802.1X, and RADIUS/TACACS+, with hands-on exposure to Cisco ISE or similar NAC platforms.
- Strong hands-on experience administering Palo Alto Networks firewalls, including policy management, threat prevention, URL filtering, and Site-to-Site VPN configuration.
Nice To Haves
- Cloud based certifications are a plus e.g. (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Cisco Certified Network Administrator
- Cloud Knowledge in Terraform and Python
- Experience with AppGate platform for SSL VPN connection
- Relevant industry certifications are highly preferred (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect or CCNA).
- Experience with SSL VPN platforms such as AppGate or similar Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions is a plus.
- Working knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and scripting/automation (Python) for network provisioning and management is a plus.
- Relevant industry certifications strongly preferred, such as: CCNP Enterprise (Routing & Switching / Wireless) Palo Alto Networks PCNSA/PCNSE Cisco Certified Wireless Professional (CWNP/CWNA/CWNP) Cloud certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect
Responsibilities
- Design and maintain enterprise routing and switching across offices and data centers.
- Troubleshoot protocols like BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP, plus switching technologies (STP, VXLAN, VPC).
- Deploy high-density Wi-Fi using WLCs, cloud dashboards, and access points.
- Perform RF surveys and heat mapping to fix coverage and roaming issues.
- Secure wireless via WPA3, 802.1X, and RADIUS/TACACS+ (e.g., Cisco ISE) integration.
- Manage firewall policies, threat prevention, URL filtering, and S2S VPNs.
- Ensure a strict security posture for the wired and wireless network edge.
- Engage in the enterprise-wide Change Management protocols and workflows.
- Deliver on-site engineering support and physical infrastructure setup for live-streaming of high-visibility tentpole events (e.g. The Met Gala).
Benefits
- Flexible/hybrid work schedule
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
