PT Remote Enterprise Network Engineer

PT Remote Enterprise Network Engineer
Location: Remote, East Coast
Employment Type: Contract, 2–4 months, available to start ASAP
 
About the Role
We're recruiting for a highly experienced Enterprise Network Engineer to join a fast-growing IT services organization on a contract basis, reporting directly to the Vice President of Engineering. This role is ideal for a senior-level professional with 15+ years of progressive networking experience, including 10+ years of enterprise-scale network architecture and implementation.
 
The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with exceptional communication skills and a strong consultative approach. In addition to leading complex design and deployment efforts, this person will be actively involved in customer-facing solution design and executive-level consulting engagements.
 
This role requires fluency in advanced networking principles, enterprise security, and modern network architecture practices. Experience with Fortinet and/or Arista technologies is strongly preferred.
 
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Network Architecture: Lead the design and implementation of complex, multi-site network infrastructures, including data center, WAN, cloud, wireless, and security components

Technology Leadership: Define best practices, reference architectures, and solution standards for networking projects; mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal knowledge sharing

Security Integration: Architect and implement secure network environments, incorporating zero-trust principles, segmentation, and regulatory compliance (e.g., HIPAA, PCI, SOX)

Automation & Monitoring: Leverage tools such as Ansible, Python, and modern monitoring platforms to streamline operations, improve visibility, and enable proactive network management

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Project Management Office (PMO), solution architects, and customer stakeholders to ensure timely, successful project delivery

Industry Engagement: Stay informed on emerging networking trends and technologies; represent the organization in vendor engagements, webinars, and industry forums as needed
 
Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise networking, designing and implementing enterprise-class network solutions
• Proven track record of high-level consulting and executive communication, particularly in enterprise or Fortune 1000 environments
• Deep expertise in routing and switching (BGP, OSPF, MPLS), WAN optimization, SD-WAN, network segmentation, NAC, and wireless technologies
• Hands-on experience with Fortinet (NGFW, SD-WAN, NAC) and/or Arista (EVPN-VXLAN, CloudVision, spine-leaf architectures)
• Preferred certifications: Fortinet FCP/NSE 8, Arista ACE Level 3, CCIE, JNCIE, CISSP, or other advanced credentials
• Strong familiarity with network automation and infrastructure-as-code (Ansible, Python, Terraform preferred)
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and documentation skills
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to comply with export control requirements

 
 
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redShift Recruiting is the region's premier recruiting agency with over 100 years of combined experience in the recruiting field. We specialize in permanent, temporary, and temp-to-hire positions. Our superior service combined with our highly qualified and carefully selected bank of candidates sets us apart.