Senior Network Engineer

Apex Informatics

Ocoee, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Access Control, Alliance/Partner Marketing, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Best Practices, CCDA - Cisco Certified Design Associate, CCIE - Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert, CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, Change Control, Cloud Architecture, Disaster Recovery, Documentation, Failover, Firewalls, Forensic Science, Hybrid Cloud, Identify Issues, Internet Security, Inventory Management, Local Area Network (LAN), Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Connectivity, Network Protocols, Network Routers, Network Security, Network Switching, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Policy Implementation, Problem Solving Skills, Red Hat Linux Operating System, Reporting Dashboards, Security Compliance, Software Patches, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Unix Operating Systems, VMWare, Wireless Communications
LOCATION
Ocoee, FL
POSTED
1 day ago
Job Title: Senior Network Engineer

Location: Ocoee, FL

NEED DL FOR SUBMISSION

Job Summary:

The Client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to join its Network Operations Team, responsible for ensuring the performance, security, and stability of enterprise-wide network infrastructure. This role requires deep expertise in Layer 2/3 networking, network architecture, and cloud-based systems, along with a strong background in compliance and network security.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage and troubleshoot Layer 2 and 3 network protocols, ensuring high-performance data throughput
  • Monitor, support, and optimize connectivity across all network segments (LAN, backbone, partner networks, third-party links)
  • Evaluate and enhance network architecture with a focus on failover, resilience, and performance tuning
  • Enforce network security policies, implement access controls, segmentation, and disaster recovery solutions
  • Use SolarWinds to build proactive dashboards for monitoring and reporting on infrastructure performance
  • Apply regular patches and updates to routers, switches, firewalls, and related hardware
  • Collaborate with Network and Security Operations teams in designing secure and scalable cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, Hybrid)
  • Maintain detailed inventory and documentation, including up-to-date network diagrams and change control logs
  • Assist with cybersecurity investigations, triage, forensic analysis, and compliance reporting
  • Ensure adherence to NIST guidelines, client policies, and industry best practices
Required Qualifications:

Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
Experience (5-7 years minimum):
  • Managing Layer 2/3 network protocols, including complex issue resolution
  • Deployment and administration of routers, switches, and wireless components
  • Supporting hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure)
  • Working knowledge of Unix (RedHat), Windows, VMware, and infrastructure platforms
Certifications:
  • CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate (REQUIRED)
  • CCDA - Cisco Certified Design Associate (REQUIRED)
  • CCIE - Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (PREFERRED)

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Apex Informatics