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Overview At Blue Mantis, we specialize in designing, implementing, and managing secure, high-performance digital operating environments for leading companies nationwide. With deep expertise in security and cloud technologies, we deliver end-to-end infrastructure solutions that empower businesses to achieve their objectives and excel in the digitally driven economy. Location: Remote Department: Blue Mantis Role: Senior Network Engineer Responsibilities Incident Response and Troubleshooting: Quickly assess and resolve network-related incidents, ensuring minimal disruption to operations. Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement preventive measures to avoid recurrence. Proactive Network Maintenance: Perform firmware updates, patches, and upgrades across all network devices. Monitor network health and performance, identifying and addressing potential issues proactively. Documentation and Process Improvement: Create and maintain detailed documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and technical diagrams. Develop runbooks to streamline troubleshooting and resolution processes. Communication and Collaboration: Provide timely updates and clear communication to stakeholders during incidents and maintenance activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of network services. On-Call Support: Participate in an on-call rotation to provide 24/7 network support when needed. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Technical Skills Switching and Routing: Expertise in Cisco and Nexus switches, with a solid understanding of VLANs, trunking, spanning tree, and Layer 3 routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP). Firewalls: Hands-on experience with Palo Alto and Check Point firewalls, including policy configuration, troubleshooting, high availability and optimization. Wireless and Cloud Networking: Experience with Meraki networks and cloud-based management. Load Balancing: Proficiency with physical and virtual F5 load balancers, including configuration and troubleshooting. Monitoring and Automation: Familiarity with network monitoring tools (SolarWinds) and automation techniques using scripting (Python, Ansible, or similar). Soft Skills Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities. Strong verbal and written communication skills to provide clear updates and create comprehensive documentation. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Experience & Certifications Minimum 710 years of experience in network engineering roles, with a focus on enterprise-scale environments. Proven track record in incident management, RCA, and delivering network solutions under tight deadlines. Experience with firmware updates, patch management, and hardware lifecycle management. Certifications (Preferred): Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or higher; Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE); Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE); F5 Certified Administrator or similar. Employment Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Information Technology Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting #J-18808-Ljbffr