Senior Network Engineer

Piper Companies is seeking a Senior Network Engineer, to join one of the leading companies specialized in engineering, architecture, and program management for public and private clients. The Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for installing, troubleshooting, and enhancing LAN/WAN infrastructure—including routers, switches, and firewalls.

Responsibilities of the Senior Network Engineer include:

• Design, implement, and troubleshoot complex network infrastructure including Cisco Nexus switches, firewalls, IDS/IPS systems, and Meraki SD-WAN across a distributed enterprise environment.
• Administer and optimize Cisco data center networks using Nexus switching platforms within an Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) framework.
• Lead and coordinate network infrastructure projects focused on enhancing LAN/WAN and IP telephony systems through hardware and software upgrades.
• Manage and maintain Cisco Meraki devices (MX, MS, MT, MR, MV, MG) to ensure reliable performance across a large-scale, multi-site network.
• Implement and support advanced network security frameworks such as Cisco ISE for access control and integrate SASE and Zero Trust models using Cisco Secure Connect.

Qualifications for the Senior Network Engineer include:  

• 10+ years of experience managing distributed network systems, with deep expertise in Cisco technologies and large-scale infrastructure.
• Professional certifications such as Cisco CCNP or Meraki CMSS, or equivalent practical knowledge in advanced networking and security.
• Strong background in software-defined networking (SDN/SD-WAN), particularly within Meraki environments and Cisco Secure Connect integrations.
• In-depth knowledge of modern network protocols and architectures, including SASE, Zero Trust, BGP, VXLAN, and Cisco Nexus/Catalyst platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field or equivalent hands-on experience in enterprise networking environments.

Compensation for the Senior Network Engineer include:

• Salary: $115,000 - $148,000 
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays

This job opens for applications on July 18, 2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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Keywords: Cisco Nexus, Cisco Meraki, Cisco Secure Connect, Cisco ISE, Cisco Umbrella, SD-WAN, Software-Defined Networking, SASE, Zero Trust Architecture, Firewalls, IDS/IPS, Network Automation, ACI, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VXLAN, VPN, QoS, TCP/IP, WiFi 7, Network Monitoring, CCNP, Meraki CMSS, Network Design, Network Implementation, Infrastructure Upgrades, Tier 3 Support, Network Security, Project Coordination, Technical Documentation, Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, Communication Skills, Analytical Thinking, Distributed Network Systems, Data Center Networking