{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"1cf876a371241f018121db28","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1cf876a371241f018121db28","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1cf876a371241f018121db28","title":"Senior Network Engineer","description":"Job Title: Senior Network EngineerLocation: Washington DC (fully onsite 5 days a week in Chinatown)Duration: 6 months (C2H)Job Description Top Needs:Depth in (1) firewall, (2) Wi-Fi, (3) switching, (4) TroubleshootingTroubleshooting: a knowledge of Wireshark and NMAP, troubleshoot network packets (what is being sent out and returning) and identify types of traffic and the content of the packages that get sent.Adjacent to firewall… design vs just operateCISCO switches is a must, but others would be nice to have as wellEdge firewall stuff more than just ASA experienceLayer 7 or application aware firewallsSonicwall moving to Palo Alto is what they are doing, Detection stuff as opposed to just the 3 layer firewalling stuff.Not just IP and Ports not just blocking things but actually having understanding of improving security postureMore apple ware and threat detectionDon’t just list switches worked with. What have you done with switches?Broadcast environment experience would also be nice to have but not required.Strong network experience particularly on the wireless set up in stadiumHeavy on the network side but has experience in WindowsSomeone who can pitch in help where neededResponsibilities:Design, configure, and deploy company LANs, WANs, SD-WAN, and stadium wireless networks, including routers, switches, firewalls, secure proxies, load balancers, audio/video platforms, and SMTE2110 compliant broadcast networks.Design, deploy, upgrade, and support network monitoring, troubleshooting, performance optimization, and reporting, leveraging hands-on performance monitoring tools like SolarWinds, Zscaler, and Splunk.Design, deploy, and support wireless, video conferencing, and IP-based voice solutions.Provide and implement network security best practices using technologies such as VPNs/encryption, firewalls, secure proxies, IDS/IPS, and secure network design methodologies.Configure routers/switches, firewalls, VPNs, application load balancers, secure proxies, quality of service designs, and multicast video/audio over IP networks.Stay abreast of industry trends to proactively identify areas for growth, improvement, and development while implementing industry best practices.Execute advanced troubleshooting skills and tools to address network performance issues, utilizing scripting skills in languages like PowerShell, Python, or SQL for tool integration and process automation.Establish and maintain customer configuration management and documentation requirements.Provide tier 2 support for all networks.Produce required documentation before system hand-off to the operations team.Write and maintain documentation about equipment installation and operation.Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications:8+ years' experience in planning, designing, implementing, and providing technical support for multi-vendor, multi-platform enterprise networks, ideally in a broadcast field or similar 24/7 customer-facing enterprise.Experience with routing protocols: IGMP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VRF, VPNs, EVPN-BGP, and VXLAN.Significant experience providing layered security using firewalls, VPNs, encryption, IDS/IPS, and secure proxies.Detailed knowledge of 802.11 wireless technology standards – 802.11b/a/n/ac/ax/be.Network security and automation experience preferred.Strong background in cybersecurity principles and practices, with at least 5 years of relevant experience.Experience with systems documentation and operational procedures.Experience working with multi-functional teams and partners.Experience supporting collocated networks and Cloud Service Providers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, etc.) is a plus.IP networking certification required (CCNA/CCDA/CCDP/CCNP/JNCIA/ACE-A).Ability to balance and prioritize tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.Outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; able to work effectively with staff at all levels.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Positive demeanor and good work ethic.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and direction, as well as in a team environment.Availability to travel for assignments.Good public speaking and presentation skills.Commitment to “internal clients” and customer service principles.Willingness to take the initiative and follow through on projects. Technical Skills:Protocols such as IGMP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VRF, VPNs, EVPN-BGP, VXLAN, IPv4, IPv6, DNS, DHCP, MPLS, SSL.Extensive experience with IP Multicast – dense mode, sparse mode (RPs/BSRs), and source-specific multicast.Routers and switches such as Cisco Nexus or Arista.WAN connectivity technologies (IPSEC VPN, SD-WAN, DMVPN, etc.).Experienced knowledge of firewalls/ACL/encryption/VPN technology – Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Cisco ASA/Firepower and associated protocols (IPSEC/GRE) and secure proxy functions.Ethernet Switching and Routing technologies [Spanning Tree, Access Control, QoS and PBR, VXLAN, and EVPN datacentre networking, Link Aggregation Technologies (LACP, MC-LAG, MLAG, vPC)].SNMP, NTP, TACACS/RADIUS, Syslog, and other critical network management/administration protocols.Application and load balancing products and technologies.Extensive experience in multi-vendor network architecture.Experience provisioning and solving Ethernet, MPLS, and other WAN technologies.Fully versed in standard Internet services such as DNS, SSL, HTTP, etc.Experience with video/audio over IP transmission.Familiarity with signal flow within broadcast/IT facilities.Familiarity with HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical, and data center systems.Able to understand routing logic, signal flow, and various systems of the signal path.Experience with automation and scripting (desired).Understanding of cloud networking.","company":"Clovity","rawCompany":"clovity","city":"Washington","state":"DC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T16:49:27.672Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"},{"code":"15-1241.00","title":"Computer Network Architects","slug":"computer-network-architects"},{"code":"15-1231.00","title":"Computer Network Support Specialists","slug":"computer-network-support-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541513","title":"Computer Facilities Management Services","slug":"computer-facilities-management-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Senior Network Engineer","description":"Job Title: Senior Network EngineerLocation: Washington DC (fully onsite 5 days a week in Chinatown)Duration: 6 months (C2H)Job Description Top Needs:Depth in (1) firewall, (2) Wi-Fi, (3) switching, (4) TroubleshootingTroubleshooting: a knowledge of Wireshark and NMAP, troubleshoot network packets (what is being sent out and returning) and identify types of traffic and the content of the packages that get sent.Adjacent to firewall… design vs just operateCISCO switches is a must, but others would be nice to have as wellEdge firewall stuff more than just ASA experienceLayer 7 or application aware firewallsSonicwall moving to Palo Alto is what they are doing, Detection stuff as opposed to just the 3 layer firewalling stuff.Not just IP and Ports not just blocking things but actually having understanding of improving security postureMore apple ware and threat detectionDon’t just list switches worked with. 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