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This role ensures the availability, performance, and security of wired and wireless networks supporting headquarters, remote offices, cloud environments, disaster recovery operations, and a globally distributed workforce.\nThe Senior Network Engineer collaborates with internal business partners, vendors, and technology teams to architect resilient network solutions that align with organizational goals while maintaining high availability, scalability, and security. This position serves as the technical lead for networking technologies and provides advanced troubleshooting and engineering expertise across the enterprise.\n\nCORE RESPONSIBILITIES\nNetwork Infrastructure & Operations\nDesign, implement, configure, and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, and SD-WAN environments.\nManage and support routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and network appliances.\nAdminister TCP/IP networking, VLANs, routing protocols, DNS, DHCP, NAT, and network segmentation.\nEnsure reliable connectivity for headquarters, remote users, branch offices, and cloud-hosted resources.\nMonitor network performance and proactively identify capacity constraints or bottlenecks.\nPerform network optimization to improve reliability, throughput, and resiliency.\nMaintain highly available network architectures with redundancy and failover capabilities.\n\nCloud Networking & Hybrid Infrastructure\nDesign and support Microsoft Azure networking components, including Virtual Networks (VNets), VPN Gateways, Network Security Groups (NSGs), and Azure Firewall.\nConfigure secure connectivity between on-premises infrastructure and cloud environments.\nSupport Microsoft Entra ID integration and hybrid networking architectures.\nAssist with cloud migrations and modernization initiatives.\nEnsure network configurations support Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS) deployments.\n\nCybersecurity & Network Security\nConfigure and manage enterprise firewall policies and access controls.\nSupport Zero Trust security initiatives and network segmentation strategies.\nMonitor and remediate security vulnerabilities affecting network infrastructure.\nImplement secure remote access technologies, including VPN and multi-factor authentication integrations.\nAssist with incident response activities related to network security events.\nParticipate in vulnerability assessments and remediation planning.\nCollaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with organizational security standards.\n\nDisaster Recovery & Business Continuity\nDesign and maintain resilient network architectures supporting disaster recovery objectives.\nEnsure redundant Internet connectivity and failover capabilities.\nSupport replication technologies and recovery connectivity for critical systems.\nParticipate in disaster recovery planning, documentation, and annual testing exercises.\nDevelop and maintain network recovery procedures and technical documentation.\n\nNetwork Monitoring & Performance Management\nMonitor enterprise network health using monitoring and alerting platforms.\nAnalyze logs, packet captures, and performance metrics to troubleshoot complex issues.\nIdentify recurring problems and implement long-term solutions.\nMaintain network documentation, topology diagrams, and configuration standards.\nProduce reports on network availability, uptime, and performance metrics.\n\nCollaboration & Vendor Management\nCollaborate with infrastructure, cybersecurity, systems administration, and application teams to support enterprise initiatives.\nWork with Internet service providers and telecommunications vendors to resolve issues and coordinate upgrades.\nEvaluate new networking technologies and provide recommendations for modernization.\nSupport procurement activities by providing technical specifications and architecture guidance.\nParticipate in change management processes and planned maintenance activities.\n\nLeadership & Technical Mentorship\nServe as the senior technical resource for network architecture and engineering.\nMentor junior engineers and IT staff on networking best practices.\nDevelop and maintain standard operating procedures and technical documentation.\nParticipate in after-hours maintenance windows and emergency incident response as required.\nPromote continuous improvement and operational excellence across network services.\n\nStrategic Infrastructure Leadership\nDevelop the long-term network strategy aligned with DAN's mission and business objectives.\nMaintain comprehensive infrastructure documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational standards.\nLead technology lifecycle planning, infrastructure modernization, capacity forecasting, and infrastructure budgeting.\nParticipate in annual IT budgeting, forecast infrastructure replacement costs, recommend capital expenditures, and evaluate operational expenditures.\nIdentify operational risks and recommend mitigation strategies.\nEvaluate emerging networking technologies and prepare business cases for adoption.\nServe as the primary technical advisor to the Vice President of IT.\nEnsure institutional knowledge is documented and transferred.\n\nStandards & Governance\nEstablish enterprise networking standards, configuration baselines, naming conventions, and engineering best practices.\n\nConfiguration & Asset Lifecycle Management\nMaintain standard network configurations, backups, version control, and configuration compliance.\nManage hardware lifecycle, warranty management, firmware lifecycle, end-of-life planning, technology refreshes.\nCoordinate patch management, firmware management, certificate lifecycle, IPAM, network inventory, network diagrams, disaster recovery documentation, ISP management, circuit inventory, and telecom contracts.\n\nVendor, Executive & Operational Leadership\nManage vendor relationships, review contracts, evaluate new products, negotiate technical solutions, and participate in vendor selection.\nPresent infrastructure, health metrics, outage summaries, risks, and investment recommendations to executives.\nParticipate in Change Advisory Board (CAB) reviews.\nOwn KPIs including uptime, SLA compliance, MTTR, capacity utilization, and incident trends.\n\nAutomation & Emerging Technologies\nDevelop automation using PowerShell, Python, Ansible, Terraform, Infrastructure as Code, and configuration automation.\nSupport AI-assisted monitoring, SASE, Secure Service Edge, SD-Branch, cloud-native networking, and Zero Trust evolution.\n\nExpanded Technologies\nNAC (Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass, FortiNAC), 802.1X, SAML, OAuth, LDAP, RADIUS, TACACS+, DNS Security, WPA3, RF planning, Azure ExpressRoute, Azure Virtual WAN, Azure Front Door, LogicMonitor, Datadog, Azure Monitor, Microsoft Sentinel.\n\nBusiness & Leadership Skills\nProject management, cross-functional collaboration, business continuity planning, risk assessment, policy development, technical writing, vendor negotiation, technology evaluation.\nStrategic thinking, decision making, conflict resolution, executive presentation skills, adaptability, continuous learning, coaching and mentoring.\nMentor engineers, develop technical training materials, lead\n\nMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS\nSkills & Qualifications\nDemonstrated expertise in enterprise networking technologies, including routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless infrastructure.\nExtensive experience designing and supporting hybrid cloud networking solutions utilizing Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Entra ID.\nStrong knowledge of network security principles, Zero Trust architecture, segmentation, and secure remote access technologies.\nExperience configuring and troubleshooting enterprise firewalls and network security appliances.\nProficiency in network monitoring, diagnostics, packet analysis, and performance optimization.\nExperience supporting disaster recovery architectures and high-availability network designs.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities while maintaining excellent customer service and technical excellence.\n\nEducation and Experience\nBachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.\nMinimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in enterprise network engineering.\nExperience supporting large-scale Microsoft-based enterprise environments.\nExperience with hybrid cloud infrastructure and remote workforce technologies.\nProven experience leading complex network implementations and upgrades.\n\nPreferred Certifications\nCisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)\nCisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)\nMicrosoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate\nCompTIA Network+\nFortinet NSE Certification\nPalo Alto Networks Certification\nCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (preferred)\n\nPreferred Technology Environment\nMicrosoft Azure Networking\nMicrosoft Entra ID (Azure Active Directory)\nMicrosoft 365\nCisco Routing & Switching\nFortinet Firewalls\nPalo Alto Firewalls\nAruba or Meraki Wireless\nSD-WAN Technologies\nDNS, DHCP, TCP/IP\nVPN Technologies\nNetwork Access Control (NAC)\nSolarWinds, PRTG, or similar monitoring platforms\nWireshark and packet analysis tools\nFiber circuits and enterprise telecommunications infrastructure\nVoIP and unified communications platforms\nDisaster recovery and business continuity networking solutions\nWORKSITE\n\nThe primary worksite is the DAN office in Durham, North Carolina. Following an introductory period (3 – 6 months), this position will be eligible for telecommuting or a remote work arrangement. 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This role ensures the availability, performance, and security of wired and wireless networks supporting headquarters, remote offices, cloud environments, disaster recovery operations, and a globally distributed workforce.\nThe Senior Network Engineer collaborates with internal business partners, vendors, and technology teams to architect resilient network solutions that align with organizational goals while maintaining high availability, scalability, and security. This position serves as the technical lead for networking technologies and provides advanced troubleshooting and engineering expertise across the enterprise.\n\nCORE RESPONSIBILITIES\nNetwork Infrastructure & Operations\nDesign, implement, configure, and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, and SD-WAN environments.\nManage and support routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and network appliances.\nAdminister TCP/IP networking, VLANs, routing protocols, DNS, DHCP, NAT, and network segmentation.\nEnsure reliable connectivity for headquarters, remote users, branch offices, and cloud-hosted resources.\nMonitor network performance and proactively identify capacity constraints or bottlenecks.\nPerform network optimization to improve reliability, throughput, and resiliency.\nMaintain highly available network architectures with redundancy and failover capabilities.\n\nCloud Networking & Hybrid Infrastructure\nDesign and support Microsoft Azure networking components, including Virtual Networks (VNets), VPN Gateways, Network Security Groups (NSGs), and Azure Firewall.\nConfigure secure connectivity between on-premises infrastructure and cloud environments.\nSupport Microsoft Entra ID integration and hybrid networking architectures.\nAssist with cloud migrations and modernization initiatives.\nEnsure network configurations support Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS) deployments.\n\nCybersecurity & Network Security\nConfigure and manage enterprise firewall policies and access controls.\nSupport Zero Trust security initiatives and network segmentation strategies.\nMonitor and remediate security vulnerabilities affecting network infrastructure.\nImplement secure remote access technologies, including VPN and multi-factor authentication integrations.\nAssist with incident response activities related to network security events.\nParticipate in vulnerability assessments and remediation planning.\nCollaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with organizational security standards.\n\nDisaster Recovery & Business Continuity\nDesign and maintain resilient network architectures supporting disaster recovery objectives.\nEnsure redundant Internet connectivity and failover capabilities.\nSupport replication technologies and recovery connectivity for critical systems.\nParticipate in disaster recovery planning, documentation, and annual testing exercises.\nDevelop and maintain network recovery procedures and technical documentation.\n\nNetwork Monitoring & Performance Management\nMonitor enterprise network health using monitoring and alerting platforms.\nAnalyze logs, packet captures, and performance metrics to troubleshoot complex issues.\nIdentify recurring problems and implement long-term solutions.\nMaintain network documentation, topology diagrams, and configuration standards.\nProduce reports on network availability, uptime, and performance metrics.\n\nCollaboration & Vendor Management\nCollaborate with infrastructure, cybersecurity, systems administration, and application teams to support enterprise initiatives.\nWork with Internet service providers and telecommunications vendors to resolve issues and coordinate upgrades.\nEvaluate new networking technologies and provide recommendations for modernization.\nSupport procurement activities by providing technical specifications and architecture guidance.\nParticipate in change management processes and planned maintenance activities.\n\nLeadership & Technical Mentorship\nServe as the senior technical resource for network architecture and engineering.\nMentor junior engineers and IT staff on networking best practices.\nDevelop and maintain standard operating procedures and technical documentation.\nParticipate in after-hours maintenance windows and emergency incident response as required.\nPromote continuous improvement and operational excellence across network services.\n\nStrategic Infrastructure Leadership\nDevelop the long-term network strategy aligned with DAN's mission and business objectives.\nMaintain comprehensive infrastructure documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational standards.\nLead technology lifecycle planning, infrastructure modernization, capacity forecasting, and infrastructure budgeting.\nParticipate in annual IT budgeting, forecast infrastructure replacement costs, recommend capital expenditures, and evaluate operational expenditures.\nIdentify operational risks and recommend mitigation strategies.\nEvaluate emerging networking technologies and prepare business cases for adoption.\nServe as the primary technical advisor to the Vice President of IT.\nEnsure institutional knowledge is documented and transferred.\n\nStandards & Governance\nEstablish enterprise networking standards, configuration baselines, naming conventions, and engineering best practices.\n\nConfiguration & Asset Lifecycle Management\nMaintain standard network configurations, backups, version control, and configuration compliance.\nManage hardware lifecycle, warranty management, firmware lifecycle, end-of-life planning, technology refreshes.\nCoordinate patch management, firmware management, certificate lifecycle, IPAM, network inventory, network diagrams, disaster recovery documentation, ISP management, circuit inventory, and telecom contracts.\n\nVendor, Executive & Operational Leadership\nManage vendor relationships, review contracts, evaluate new products, negotiate technical solutions, and participate in vendor selection.\nPresent infrastructure, health metrics, outage summaries, risks, and investment recommendations to executives.\nParticipate in Change Advisory Board (CAB) reviews.\nOwn KPIs including uptime, SLA compliance, MTTR, capacity utilization, and incident trends.\n\nAutomation & Emerging Technologies\nDevelop automation using PowerShell, Python, Ansible, Terraform, Infrastructure as Code, and configuration automation.\nSupport AI-assisted monitoring, SASE, Secure Service Edge, SD-Branch, cloud-native networking, and Zero Trust evolution.\n\nExpanded Technologies\nNAC (Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass, FortiNAC), 802.1X, SAML, OAuth, LDAP, RADIUS, TACACS+, DNS Security, WPA3, RF planning, Azure ExpressRoute, Azure Virtual WAN, Azure Front Door, LogicMonitor, Datadog, Azure Monitor, Microsoft Sentinel.\n\nBusiness & Leadership Skills\nProject management, cross-functional collaboration, business continuity planning, risk assessment, policy development, technical writing, vendor negotiation, technology evaluation.\nStrategic thinking, decision making, conflict resolution, executive presentation skills, adaptability, continuous learning, coaching and mentoring.\nMentor engineers, develop technical training materials, lead\n\nMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS\nSkills & Qualifications\nDemonstrated expertise in enterprise networking technologies, including routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless infrastructure.\nExtensive experience designing and supporting hybrid cloud networking solutions utilizing Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Entra ID.\nStrong knowledge of network security principles, Zero Trust architecture, segmentation, and secure remote access technologies.\nExperience configuring and troubleshooting enterprise firewalls and network security appliances.\nProficiency in network monitoring, diagnostics, packet analysis, and performance optimization.\nExperience supporting disaster recovery architectures and high-availability network designs.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities while maintaining excellent customer service and technical excellence.\n\nEducation and Experience\nBachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.\nMinimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in enterprise network engineering.\nExperience supporting large-scale Microsoft-based enterprise environments.\nExperience with hybrid cloud infrastructure and remote workforce technologies.\nProven experience leading complex network implementations and upgrades.\n\nPreferred Certifications\nCisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)\nCisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)\nMicrosoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate\nCompTIA Network+\nFortinet NSE Certification\nPalo Alto Networks Certification\nCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (preferred)\n\nPreferred Technology Environment\nMicrosoft Azure Networking\nMicrosoft Entra ID (Azure Active Directory)\nMicrosoft 365\nCisco Routing & Switching\nFortinet Firewalls\nPalo Alto Firewalls\nAruba or Meraki Wireless\nSD-WAN Technologies\nDNS, DHCP, TCP/IP\nVPN Technologies\nNetwork Access Control (NAC)\nSolarWinds, PRTG, or similar monitoring platforms\nWireshark and packet analysis tools\nFiber circuits and enterprise telecommunications infrastructure\nVoIP and unified communications platforms\nDisaster recovery and business continuity networking solutions\nWORKSITE\n\nThe primary worksite is the DAN office in Durham, North Carolina. Following an introductory period (3 – 6 months), this position will be eligible for telecommuting or a remote work arrangement. Details will be discussed during the interview process","datePosted":"2026-08-03T20:13:49.358Z","dateModified":"2026-08-03T20:13:49.358Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Divers Alert Network Dan","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Durham","addressRegion":"NC","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"dd85ae9dc10abbff889fcc3f"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dd85ae9dc10abbff889fcc3f"}}