Sr Network Engineer

The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of LAN & WAN networks, including Cisco and Palo Alto hardware and software maintenance, core services installation, and troubleshooting Satcom Direct Government and services. This role involves designing, installing, and optimizing network infrastructure across multiple locations to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. The engineer also provides support for military and company personnel as needed. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, or equivalent professional experience 5 years of hands-on experience with designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise network infrastructure Cisco CCNP R&S and CCDP certifications or equivalent advanced networking certifications preferred Required Skills, Experience, and Talents Expertise in Cisco platforms (ISR, Nexus, NCS, ASR) and Palo Alto firewalls Proficient in LAN/WAN protocols including BGP, MPLS, OSPF, STP, and VXLAN Familiarity with Linux (Rocky 8/Fedora) and network management and monitoring systems Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex problems Skilled in network documentation and design using tools such as Visio, phpIPAM, or NetBox; proficient in productivity suites Ability to rapidly learn and apply new networking technologies, tools, and methodologies in dynamic environmentsaa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a