Network Engineer II - Remote Opportunity

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join the IT Infrastructure team in a fast-paced financial services environment. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, securing, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure that supports critical business operations.
Working closely with the Network Manager and IT teams, you will help maintain network availability, optimize performance, and support network and voice systems across the firm. The role includes hands-on technical troubleshooting, infrastructure projects, and Level 2/3 escalation support, including support for IPC turret systems.
Key Responsibilities
•Design, administer, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless solutions.
•Provide 24/7 support and serve as a Level 2/3 escalation point for IT teams and IPC turret systems.
•Configure and optimize Cisco ASA/FTD and Palo Alto firewalls, VPNs, load balancers, and remote access solutions.
•Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve network performance using tools such as SolarWinds.
•Support the integration of network solutions with cloud platforms, including Microsoft Azure.
•Lead and support network, telephony, and data center projects, including moves, adds, and changes.
•Manage vendor relationships, telecom circuits, and market connectivity.
•Support Cisco Unified Communications, audiovisual (AV) systems, and IPC turret environments.
•Maintain clear documentation of network configurations, processes, and troubleshooting procedures.
•Keep up with emerging networking technologies and security practices to strengthen infrastructure reliability and resilience.
Required Qualifications
•At least 7 years of experience managing LAN, WAN, and MAN environments, preferably within financial services.
•Strong experience with Cisco switching and routing technologies, including IOS XE, IOS XR, and Nexus OS.
•Knowledge of routing protocols and technologies, including BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, and VPC.
•At least 7 years of experience with Cisco ASA/FTD and Palo Alto firewalls.
•At least 5 years of experience supporting VoIP and mixed TDM environments, including IPC turret systems.
•Knowledge of VPNs, load balancing solutions such as Citrix NetScaler, and secure access technologies.
•Experience managing data center infrastructure, including cabling and related physical infrastructure.
•Strong troubleshooting and project management skills, with the flexibility to provide support outside standard business hours when needed.
•Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
•Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications
•CCIE Voice, CCIE Routing & Switching, or other relevant Cisco certifications.
•IPC Level 1 Certification or Cisco training in VoIP, security, or data center technologies.
•Hands-on experience with network automation tools.
•Experience supporting trading floor environments.

Work arrangement
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