Network Senior Engineer / Team Lead/ Remote

Apetan Consulting LLC is seeking a Network Senior Engineer / Team Lead responsible for designing, implementing, and managing enterprise network infrastructure. This role involves leading a team of network engineers to ensure high availability, performance, and security of network systems while driving continuous improvements in network operations.

Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain LAN/WAN, data center, and cloud network infrastructure
• Lead network projects including upgrades, migrations, and new implementations
• Manage and mentor a team of network engineers/administrators
• Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity
• Troubleshoot complex network issues (L2/L3, routing, switching, firewalls)
• Implement and manage network security controls (VPNs, firewalls, NAC)
• Ensure high availability through redundancy, failover, and DR strategies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (security, systems, cloud, vendors)
• Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and SOPs
• Enforce best practices, standards, and compliance requirements

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing protocols like BGP, OSPF)
• Hands-on experience with enterprise networking devices (Cisco, Juniper, etc.)
• Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and network security
• Familiarity with cloud networking (Azure/AWS/GCP)
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Leadership and team management experience
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
• Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, or equivalent
• Experience with network automation (Python, Ansible)
• Knowledge of SD-WAN, load balancing, and zero-trust networking
• Experience in large enterprise or service provider environments