Sr. Network Engineer

Battelle•Columbus, OH

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Job Summary The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, operation, and support of enterprise network and communication infrastructure. This role applies advanced technical knowledge to maintain reliable, secure, and scalable connectivity services across campus, data center, and cloud environments. The Senior Network Engineer serves as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex network issues, provides technical leadership on assigned initiatives, mentors less-experienced staff, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to support organizational technology objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience
Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in network engineering or a closely related technical role
Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure and resolving complex technical issues
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, and switching concepts
Experience working with network security technologies and secure access solutions
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with Cloudflare SASE and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), including WARP-based endpoint connectivity
Hands-on experience administering Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls and centralized firewall management platforms
Hands-on experience supporting Juniper wireless networking solutions, including controller-based or cloud-managed deployments
Experience with enterprise routing and switching technologies and dynamic routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP)
Experience supporting enterprise voice, video, and collaboration platforms, including Microsoft Teams Voice and Microsoft Teams Rooms
Experience with network monitoring, performance, and logging tools (e.g., PRTG, Cacti, Prometheus, Grafana, or similar)
Experience with cloud networking in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
Experience with scripting or automation tools (e.g., Python, Ansible, PowerShell) is a plus
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNP, Juniper, Palo Alto, or security certifications) are desirable

Responsibilities

Design, implement, operate, and support enterprise network infrastructure, including local, wide-area, and cloud-connected environments
Monitor, analyze, and optimize network performance, capacity, and availability using enterprise monitoring and analytics tools
Troubleshoot and resolve complex network incidents and interoperability issues across core, access, and edge environments
Maintain reliable operation of network services through proactive maintenance, lifecycle management, and change control practices
Participate in a scheduled on-call rotation to support critical enterprise network services during off-hours, evenings, or weekends, as required
Support enterprise network security and secure access services, including firewalls, remote access, and cloud-delivered security platforms
Operate and support Zero Trust–related security software aligned with modern secure access and segmented network access principles, including identity-aware access and policy-based controls
Assist with implementation, operation, and maintenance of secure access solutions supporting users, devices, applications, and network services
Support integration of network security and access controls with enterprise identity, authentication, and endpoint systems
Support high-availability, resiliency, and operational assurance of network security platforms through testing, validation, monitoring, and documented procedures
Support enterprise wireless networking services to ensure consistent, reliable connectivity across corporate environments
Assist with deployment, operation, and troubleshooting of wireless, voice, and video collaboration services
Support collaboration environments, including integration of conferencing systems with enterprise network and communications services
Lead technical execution of assigned network projects and initiatives from planning through implementation
Coordinate technical activities with cross-functional teams, vendors, and service providers to ensure effective delivery
Serve as technical lead for assigned efforts, providing solution guidance and escalation support without direct people-management responsibility
Identify technical risks, dependencies, and constraints, escalating issues as appropriate
Maintain accurate and up-to-date network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and operational references
Develop and maintain runbooks, procedures, and technical documentation to support operational consistency
Evaluate new technologies and approaches to improve network reliability, performance, and security