Senior Network Engineer - Boston MA Area

Blue Mantis

5d • $120,000 - $160,000 • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join our team. This role requires an expert-level understanding of network design, and implementation, focusing on multi-vendor networking solutions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing end-to-end network solutions, providing technical leadership, and ensuring successful project execution in collaboration with internal teams and clients

Requirements

• Experience: 10+ years of hands-on experience in network design, implementation, and architecture in a professional services or consulting environment.
• Technical Expertise: Cisco & Meraki: Enterprise networking, SD-WAN, wireless, security (ISE, Umbrella, DUO) Aruba: Wireless, switching, ClearPass, Aruba Central. Fortinet: Firewalls, SD-WAN, security solutions (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer) Palo Alto Networks: NGFW, Prisma, Panorama. Cloud Networking: AWS, Azure, GCP networking & security best practices. Routing & Switching: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, VXLAN, EVPNNetwork Security: Zero Trust, VPNs, NAC, Micro segmentation Automation & Scripting: Python, Ansible, Terraform (preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex solutions to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to lead technical discussions, workshops, and training sessions.
• Self-motivated with a strong ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working in customer-facing roles, with a focus on solution delivery and client success.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications (Preferred): Cisco CCNA, CCNP, PCNSE, NSE4-8, Aruba ACX, or equivalent certifications.

Responsibilities

• Network Architecture & Design: Develop scalable, secure, and high-performing network architecture across enterprise, data center, and cloud environments.
• Technical Pre-Sales & Solutioning: Engage with clients to understand business requirements, develop technical solutions, and contribute to statements of work (SOWs).
• Implementation & Deployment: Lead the implementation and migration of networking solutions, ensuring seamless integration and minimal disruption.
• Multi-Vendor Expertise: Design and deploy solutions involving Cisco, Meraki, Aruba, Fortinet, and Palo Alto technologies.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure network designs meet security best practices, compliance standards (PCI, HIPAA, NIST), and client requirements.
• SD-WAN & Cloud Networking: Engineer and deploy SD-WAN, cloud networking, and hybrid cloud solutions for enterprise clients.
• Project Leadership & Documentation: Oversee project execution, provide technical mentorship to engineers, and document designs, configurations, and best practices.
• Client Engagement & Advisory: Serve as a trusted advisor for clients, helping them optimize network performance and security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees