Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Network Systems EngineerLocation: Santa Clarita, CA Weekly Pay Rate: $1,923.08 - $2,596.15 Industry: Motorsports / High-Performance EngineeringA leading motorsports and high-performance engineering organization is seeking a Senior Network Systems Engineer to join its Information Systems team. This role is responsible for maintaining a secure, stable, and highly available network and infrastructure environment that supports critical business and engineering operations. The ideal candidate will bring deep enterprise networking expertise, strong cybersecurity knowledge, and a proactive approach to operational excellence and continuous improvement.Position SummaryThe Senior Network Systems Engineer will oversee network infrastructure, security operations, disaster recovery readiness, and system performance while collaborating with internal stakeholders, corporate Honda teams, security groups, and external vendors. This position requires a hands-on technical leader who can troubleshoot complex issues, implement best practices, and ensure the organization's network environment remains secure, reliable, and scalable.Key ResponsibilitiesNetwork Infrastructure Design, maintain, and support enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and IPSec tunnel environments.Manage routing, switching, MPLS connections, firewalls, and network connectivity across multiple locations.Monitor network performance, latency, NTP synchronization, and overall infrastructure health.Support data center operations and maintain high availability of critical systems and services.Ensure robust network monitoring, alerting, and performance reporting.Security & Risk Management Administer firewall policies, governance, and access controls.Support vulnerability management and remediation initiatives.Manage endpoint and network security technologies, including CrowdStrike, Windows Firewall, DLP solutions, and threat protection tools.Participate in audits by maintaining technical documentation and evidence packages.Assist with risk assessments, security reviews, and continuous improvement of security controls.Operations & Continuous Improvement Maintain detailed network diagrams, configuration documentation, asset inventories, and operational procedures.Support disaster recovery planning, testing, and readiness activities.Conduct environmental inspections and proactive infrastructure reviews.Utilize automation and AI-assisted tools to improve operational efficiency and incident response.Drive process improvements, standardization efforts, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.Participate in on-call support and troubleshoot critical infrastructure issues as needed.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent hands-on experience will be considered. 10+ years of experience in enterprise network administration, infrastructure operations, cybersecurity, and systems support. Expert-level knowledge of:Cisco ASACisco FirepowerIPSec VPN TunnelsNAT Access Control Lists (ACLs)Aruba Switching & Wireless InfrastructureRouting & SwitchingWAN TechnologiesDNS & DHCPVLANs802.1X AuthenticationNetwork Monitoring & DocumentationPreferred QualificationsExperience with: Vulnerability management programs Firewall governance and security policy management Privileged access management Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Endpoint security platforms Auditing and compliance programs Disaster recovery and business continuity planning Data center operations and risk managementIndustry CertificationsCCNA CCNP Cisco Security Certifications Aruba Certifications Microsoft Certifications Azure Infrastructure or Security Certifications Equivalent enterprise networking and cybersecurity credentialsDesired Skills & CompetenciesStrong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills using packet captures, logs, monitoring tools, and performance data. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Exceptional organizational and documentation skills, including change management and configuration control. Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining security, compliance, and operational standards. Collaborative mindset with experience working across IT, engineering, security, vendor, and business teams. Self-motivated, detail-oriented professional with a strong commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.Physical RequirementsAbility to lift, move, and install network hardware and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Occasional travel may be required.Why Join Us? Join a world-class motorsports organization where technology and performance intersect. This is an opportunity to work with cutting-edge infrastructure, support mission-critical engineering operations, and contribute to the success of a high-performance team dedicated to innovation and excellence.