Senior Network Engineer
San Jose, California, United States of America
Contract
5 hours ago
Key skills
AWSAzureCloudFirewallsGoogle Cloud PlatformSwitchingGCPGoogle CloudLeadershipCommunicationNetwork SecurityZero TrustFirewall
About this role
Role Overview
- Architect, configure, and maintain LAN/WAN, routing, switching, and firewall infrastructure
- Manage VPNs, load balancers, wireless networks, and cloud connectivity
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot complex issues with precision
- Implement network security best practices and support compliance requirements
- Support infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and modernization initiatives
- Document network diagrams, configurations, and operational procedures
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure resilient, scalable network operations
Requirements
- 6+ years of hands‑on experience in network engineering or infrastructure operations
- Strong expertise with Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or equivalent platforms
- Deep understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and switching technologies
- Experience with firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation
- Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Ability to troubleshoot complex environments with clarity and speed
- Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder‑management skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant certifications (CCNA/CCNP, JNCIS/JNCIP, PCNSE, Network+)
- Experience supporting public‑sector or regulated environments
- Exposure to SD‑WAN, Zero Trust, and network automation
Tech Stack
- AWS
- Azure
- Cloud
- Firewalls
- Google Cloud Platform
- Switching
Benefits
Why Apogee
- High‑performance culture grounded in ethics, excellence, and operational rigor
- Direct impact on national‑scale infrastructure programs
- Leadership visibility and opportunities for accelerated growth
- A team that values accountability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement