Network Engineer - Level 5 (Lead / Architect)

first softsolutions

Gwynn Oak, MD

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
CCIE - Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert, Cloud Computing, Enterprise Architecture, Internet Security, Leadership, Local Area Network (LAN), Network Access Control (NAC), Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Integration, Network Monitoring, Network Operations Center, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Scalability, Network Security, Operating Systems, Operations Planning, Operations Processes, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Risk Analysis, Security Monitoring, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Storage Area Network (SAN), VPN (Virtual Private Network), Wide Area Network (WAN)
LOCATION
Gwynn Oak, MD
POSTED
Today

We are seeking a Lead Network Engineer / Architect (Level 5) to lead enterprise network architecture, cybersecurity integration, and large-scale infrastructure projects.

  • Design and plan enterprise network architecture and nationwide deployment strategies
  • Evaluate technologies, perform risk assessments, and optimize network performance
  • Establish technical standards and unified architecture frameworks
  • Oversee network security integration including VPN, NAC, and ISE
  • Develop SOPs and operational procedures
  • Provide leadership and guidance to engineering teams
  • Monitor and enhance network reliability, scalability, and performance

  • Qualifications: 12-14+ years of experience, advanced Cisco certifications (CCIE required, CCDE preferred), expertise in enterprise LAN/WAN, ISE, and security

    Preferred Skills: SD-WAN, NX-OS, cloud networking, data center, SAN networking, and security domain expertise.

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