Senior Network Engineer at Alvaria Inc

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

110000.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Palo Alto Networks, Cisco ASA, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, Spanning Tree, Wireshark, Site-to-Site VPN, Cisco ISE, VLANs, Subnetting, IPsec VPN, Network Segmentation, VoIP, Packet Analysis, Network Architecture

Industry

Software Development

Description

GENERAL SCOPE & SUMMARY We are seeking a seasoned Senior Network Engineer to join our infrastructure team. This role is critical for maintaining the stability, security, and performance of our global enterprise network. You will serve as a technical lead, driving architectural improvements, assisting with daily requests, and ensuring our perimeter defenses are robust. Key Responsibilities * Expertise in Firewalls: Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience managing and troubleshooting Palo Alto Networks (PAN-OS) or Cisco ASA firewalls. Experience with Site-to-Site VPNs is essential. Global Protect and/or AnyConnect is a plus. * Core Networking: Deep proficiency in routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, Spanning Tree) within Cisco or Juniper environments. * Advanced Troubleshooting: Ability to perform complex packet analysis using Wireshark to resolve intermittent connectivity issues. * On-Call Rotation: This position requires participation in a weekly on-call rotation (one week every 4–6 weeks) to provide 24/7 support for mission-critical network outages. * Troubleshooting: Isolate and resolve complex network connectivity and performance issues (latency, packet loss) across OSI Layers 1–4. * Documentation: Maintain accurate network diagrams, configuration records, and change control logs to support operational consistency. * Upgrades & Maintenances: Perform routine system maintenance, firmware updates, and scheduled hardware refreshes with minimal disruption. * Vendor Coordination: Working directly with ISPs and hardware vendors to resolve circuit outages or manage RMAs (Return Merchandise Authorizations). * Security Posture: Implementing network segmentation and access control policies (like Cisco ISE) to align with cybersecurity standards. * Performance Optimization: Monitoring network health metrics to proactively identify and remediate bottlenecks before they impact end-users. * Project Leadership: Leading small-scale deployment projects, such as setting up new datacenter sites or integrating hybrid cloud environments. * Mentorship: Providing guidance to junior engineers and technicians to assist in their professional development. Required/Preferred Qualifications * Experience: 6–9 years of hands-on experience in enterprise network deployment and troubleshooting. * Technical Skills: Proficiency with Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW), Cisco ASA, and/or Juniper; strong command of VLANs, subnetting, and IPsec VPN tunnels. Datacenter experience * Certifications: CCNA or CCNP (Enterprise/Security) preferred. PCNSE (Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer) is a significant plus. * Soft Skills: Excellent analytical problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate technical concepts to team members & non-technical stakeholders. * Experience with VoIP and collaboration technologies. * A solid understanding of application protocols * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment * Ability to work outside normal business hours when needed

Responsibilities

The role focuses on maintaining the stability, security, and performance of a global enterprise network through architectural improvements and perimeter defense. Key duties include managing firewalls, troubleshooting complex connectivity issues, and leading small-scale deployment projects.