Senior Network Engineer - Network Segmentation
About The Position
The VMware certified Senior Network Engineer - Network Segmentation leads the design, implementation, and management of network segmentation strategies that strengthen enterprise security within virtual and physical environments. This role develops and executes segmentation architectures using VLANs, subnets, micro segmentation, and advanced firewall configurations. Working closely with Network Infrastructure, Server Services, Firewall, and IT Security teams, this role ensures network segmentation aligns with security objectives, regulatory expectations, and best practices. The engineer serves as a subject matter expert for segmentation strategy, firewall optimization, and secure network design across large scale environments.
Requirements
- High School Diploma required
- 5+ years of related IT experience
- 4 to 6 years of in depth network infrastructure administration experience in large scale environments with 1000 plus nodes preferred
- Strong knowledge of TCP IP, IOS, routing protocols, wireless protocols, VPN, perimeter security, Layer 3 networking, and content switching
- Experience supporting VoIP and legacy telephony systems
- Experience with firewall rule optimization
- Experience with security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Experience with VMware vDefend Firewall or NSX
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, or related field
- 7 to 10 years of related IT experience
- VMware Certified Professional Network Virtualization certification
Responsibilities
- Designs and implements network and application segmentation architectures based on risk assessments, security best practices, and compliance requirements
- Implements and manages micro segmentation solutions to isolate critical assets, applications, and sensitive data
- Leads application segmentation using VMware vDefend firewall technology
- Demonstrates deep understanding of VMware architecture and processes
- Applies advanced networking expertise to support segmentation strategies across enterprise environments
- Optimizes firewall rules and policies in collaboration with firewall and security teams
- Integrates VoIP and legacy telephony systems into segmented network environments
- Monitors network traffic for suspicious activity and potential security incidents
- Conducts regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify and remediate segmentation gaps
- Designs and enforces access controls within network and application segments following least privilege principles
- Implements application segmentation strategies to isolate workloads and services
- Partners with Network Infrastructure, Server Services, Firewall, IT Security, and other teams to define and implement segmentation requirements
- Communicates effectively to support collaboration, knowledge sharing, and alignment across teams
- Develops and maintains detailed documentation for segmentation designs, configurations, and procedures
- Provides expert level troubleshooting and support for complex segmentation issues
- Contributes to long term planning and evolution of enterprise network security architecture
- Performs additional duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
