Leads the technical design and implementation of the organization's network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, wireless, and network security.
Develops and implements network policies, procedures, and standards that align with industry best practices.
Provides technical leadership and mentorship to other network engineers.
Collaborates with other IT teams, business units, and stakeholders to understand their network requirements and provide solutions.
Develops and maintains network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
Keeps abreast of emerging network technologies, trends, and best practices and provides proactive recommendations about future state goals and technologies.
Works with vendors and services providers to evaluate and implement new network technologies, tools, and services.
Develops disaster recovery and business continuity plans for the networking infrastructure.
Leads numerous concurrent network projects that improve upon the performance, reliability, and scalability of the network.
Works closely with infrastructure and security architects, network engineers, business analysts, leadership, and other stakeholders to ensure the timely completion of projects and proactive maintenance of the network.

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field required.
Eight years experience in network engineering with at least two years in a senior or principal level role.
Advanced knowledge and experience with network routing, switching, LAN/WAN, wireless, network design and architecture, network protocols, and network security.
Proven ability to lead and mentor network engineers.
Advanced networking certifications desired.

Principal Network Engineer

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