The Senior Network Engineer serves as the subject matter expert for network and security technologies, focusing on cloud infrastructure, security implementation, and network automation. This role combines deep technical expertise with business acumen to deliver secure, scalable network solutions that align with business objectives. This position will work in our Baton Rouge, LA, New Orleans, LA, Birmingham, AL, or Auburn, AL office.
Key Responsibilities:
Network Design & Implementation:
Design and implement network solutions in Microsoft Azure and on-premises environments
Configure and maintain network hardware including switches, routers, and firewalls
Deploy and manage security solutions including IDS/IPS systems
Implement network automation and scripting solutions
Optimize network performance and reliability
Security Management:
Lead security incident response and investigation
Manage intrusion detection and prevention systems
Implement and maintain network security controls
Perform security analysis and monitoring
Ensure compliance with security standards
Technical Leadership:
Ability to interface with technical and non-technical customers
Act as escalation point for complex network issues
Mentor and train team members on network technologies
Maintain technical documentation and procedures
Evaluate and recommend new technologies
Coordinate with third-party vendors
Infrastructure Management:
Monitor network performance and availability
Perform network updates and maintenance
Manage network capacity and growth
Implement disaster recovery solutions
Optimize network costs and efficiency
Required Qualifications:
6+ years experience with enterprise network technologies
5+ years hands-on solution deployment experience
Strong knowledge of Azure cloud technologies
Experience with security tools and analysis
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
Technical Skills:
Network protocols (BGP, IGRP, DNS, VRRP, etc.)
Security tools (i.e. Wireshark, Snort, nmap)
SIEM platforms (i.e. ArcSight, QRadar, Splunk)
Cloud networking technologies
Network automation and scripting
VPN and VLAN configuration
Cisco networking equipment
FortiNet network equipment
Preferred Certifications:
CCNA or equivalent
CCNP, CCIE
Security+ or CISSP
IAT Level I/II certification
Azure networking certifications
Skills and Competencies:
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication skills
Project management capabilities
Business process understanding
Team collaboration
Documentation expertise
Additional Responsibilities:
Complete accurate timesheets
Participate in training and development
Support special projects as needed
Consistently demonstrate "Can Do, Will Do" attitude
Other duties as assigned
Success Metrics:
Timesheets are accurate and submitted on time
Network uptime, availability, optimization and automation
Security incident response time
Project completion rates
Documentation quality
Team knowledge transfer
Customer satisfaction scores
Cost optimization achievements
Travel
Occasional overnight travel, less than once per month.
Predominantly operates in an office environment. Some periods of time may be spent in computer room and communications equipment spaces for installation, testing, and troubleshooting. Some work (less than 5%) requires moving and lifting of heavy networking equipment.
Must be able to perform extensive standing, driving, walking, and climbing; to lift up to 50lbs. regularly; to manipulate up to 100 lbs. with assistance, to transport and stock assigned supplies and materials; to pick-up from vendors and deliver stock and materials to customers upon request, to wear personal protective equipment. Must be able to bend, stoop, and climb to reach materials (must be able to climb a step ladder at approximately ten feet in height and to work from a lift up to twenty feet in height)
The total compensation package for this position also includes medical benefits, 401(k) eligibility, Paid Time Off, and parental leave. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
General Informatics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.