Required Qualifications
7–10+ years of experience in network engineering within enterprise environments
Strong hands-on experience with Arista switching technologies and modern fabric architectures
Deep expertise in Juniper technologies (routing, switching, and/or wireless)
Hands-on experience with Fortinet solutions (firewalls, SD-WAN, or security fabric)
Excellent communication, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Certifications
Juniper (JNCIP or JNCIE)
Arista (ACE or equivalent)
SD-WAN certifications (Versa, Fortinet, or similar)
ITIL or other process/framework certifications
Additional Requirements: Background check, drug test and credit check will be required during onboarding
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and support advanced network solutions, with a focus on Arista fabric technologies (VxLAN/EVPN, eBGP)
Provide cross-platform expertise across one or more of the following technologies:SD-WAN solutions (e.g., Versa, Fortinet)
Juniper wireless (Wi-Fi)
Network Access Control (e.g., Forescout eyeSight/Segment)
Edge connectivity solutions (e.g., Cradlepoint)
Develop and maintain runbooks and operational documentation for Level 1 support teams
Act as an escalation point for complex network issues from L1/L2 teams
Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency and scalability
Develop reporting and monitoring solutions to enhance network visibility and performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
Sr. Network Engineer (Juniper SME)
Duration: 12+Months, possibility to extend
Location: Edwardsville, IL
Hours: 7:30am - 4:30pm
Designation: On Site 5 days/week
Overview
We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer with deep expertise in Juniper technologies and strong experience in modern data center and network architectures. This role will support enterprise network initiatives, focusing on design, optimization, and operational excellence across complex environments.
Workforce Connections is a certified Women-Owned Business Enterprise specializing in contract, contract to hire and direct placement in several lines of business including Technology, Talent Acquisition, Finance & Accounting, and Administrative Support. We also have a Certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned division that is dedicated to the training, support and job placement of U.S. Veterans transitioning to civilian careers.