Senior Network Engineer transforming data systems and architecture for American Family Insurance. Focusing on data connectivity, security, and network maintenance.
About the role
- Manager of IT Engineering overseeing network engineering specialists in optimizing enterprise infrastructure. Leading team while contributing to design, implementation, and operational support of network systems.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the manager of a team of network engineering specialists, partnering on the design, implementation, and operational support of varied enterprise network platforms.
- Responsible for the operational effectiveness of the Network Engineering service offerings, as well as strategic and tactical planning and communicating to broad internal customers and peers.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of network engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and accountability.
- Define team goals, track progress, and ensure successful delivery of projects and operational support.
- Work closely with IT leadership, security teams, and other stakeholders to align network strategies with business needs.
- Support, manage, and optimize enterprise network, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, VPN, and data center connectivity.
- Assist with Design and Implementation of Enterprise Network architecture.
- Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network hardware (routers, switches, wireless controllers, access points) and associated software.
- Ensure high availability, performance, and scalability across network systems.
- Implement and maintain robust network security measures in collaboration with cybersecurity teams.
- Lead incident response for network outages and performance issues, providing root cause analysis and preventative recommendations.
- Evaluate and recommend network technologies, tools, and vendors.
- Oversee capacity planning, performance tuning, and cost management for network operations.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, standards, and procedures.
- Manage network change control processes to minimize downtime and risk.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 7+ years of progressive network engineering experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role
- Expert-level understanding of: Layer 2/3 networking (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, VLANs, STP)
- Network security (VPN, ACLs)
- Wireless networking and controller-based solutions
- DNS, DHCP, Web Application Firewall, NTP, SD-WAN, VPN
- Proficiency with network hardware from major vendors (Juniper, Aruba, Cisco, Ivanti, etc.)
- Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid architectures
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
Benefits
- Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses
- long-term incentives
- on-the-spot recognition
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