Senior Network Engineer

Location: Colorado Springs, CO Remote Status: On‑Site Job Id: 13738-CORP # of Openings: 1 What You Can Expect To Do Network Engineering & Operations: Own daily operation, support, optimization, and lifecycle management of enterprise network infrastructure Maintain highly available and resilient connectivity across three primary offices and two satellite locations, Hybrid multi‑cloud environments and Remote workforce connectivity solutions Support and improve a two‑tier enterprise network architecture using enterprise‑class switching, routing, and firewall technologies Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex network performance and reliability issues Support a target network availability objective of 99.9% uptime Security Architecture & Compliance: Design and enhance segmented network architectures supporting: CMMC‑aligned environments Logical separation of in‑scope and out‑of‑scope systems Security enclaves and restricted‑access environments Implement and maintain secure network boundary protections using Palo Alto firewalls Modernize firewall rule sets and reduce organizational risk exposure through improved policy management and segmentation Partner closely with cybersecurity teams to support: Secure architecture reviews Vulnerability remediation Incident response activities Compliance readiness efforts Contribute to the organization’s transition toward Zero Trust architecture principles Cloud & Remote Connectivity Support hybrid cloud networking architectures across multiple cloud providers Maintain and optimize connectivity technologies including: AWS Transit Gateway Direct Connect solutions Site‑to‑site VPN connectivity Improve performance and reliability for remote engineering and development teams Modernization & Automation Identify opportunities to improve network scalability, resilience, and operational maturity Assist in expanding network automation and infrastructure‑as‑code capabilities Collaborate with Platform Operations and Infrastructure teams to standardize and modernize network deployments Leadership & Collaboration Serve as the senior network engineering resource within the IT organization Infrastructure & Security Cybersecurity Platform Operations Help Desk / Service Delivery Help define operational standards, documentation, and engineering best practices Participate in planning for team growth, including mentoring and eventual support of a future Junior Network Engineer role What The Team Requires Mission‑Driven Professional: Collaborative contributor motivated by the opportunity to develop cutting‑edge solutions that protect and serve both the nation and the world. 7+ years of progressive enterprise network engineering experience Demonstrated hands‑on experience with: Palo Alto Networks firewalls Enterprise Cisco switching and routing Strong understanding of: Network segmentation Secure enclave design Enterprise VPN technologies High‑availability network design Experience supporting hybrid cloud networking architectures Familiarity with: AWS networking concepts AWS Transit Gateway Direct Connect and hybrid connectivity models Working familiarity with: CMMC NIST SP 800-171 concepts Security‑focused network architecture principles Experience supporting regulated or security‑conscious environments Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills What The Team Prefers Industry certifications such as:

PCNSE

CCNP or CCIE o CISSP Experience with: Zero Trust networking initiatives o Network automation tools and scripting Infrastructure‑as‑code concepts Multi‑enclave environments Prior experience in aerospace, defense, government contracting, or similarly regulated industries Pay Transparency The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level. $115,000 - $135,000. Application Deadline August 17, 2026. Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr Auria