Lead Network Engineer

The Lead Engineer – Network will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and managing CareCentrix’s data networking infrastructure. This individual will guide a team of network engineers, ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of the data networking environment. The Lead Engineer – Network will also be responsible for driving innovation in network technologies and supporting the organization's strategic objectives.

• Develop and maintain the overall data networking architecture, ensuring it aligns with the organization's goals and future growth.
• Plan and implement network upgrades and expansions, keeping abreast of emerging technologies.
• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the data networking infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
• Monitor network performance and ensure optimal uptime, troubleshooting and resolving issues promptly.
• Implement and enforce network security policies and procedures to protect sensitive data and maintain compliance with relevant regulations.
• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Evaluate network capacity and bandwidth requirements, planning for future growth and scaling as needed.
• Optimize network performance and efficiency.
• Maintain comprehensive network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and SOPs.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies related to data networking.
• Identify opportunities for technology improvements and make recommendations for implementation.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent.
• 10+ years experience in data networking design, implementation, and management.
• Strong knowledge of networking concepts and protocols including but not limited to:

o Local and Wide area networks (Cisco, MPLS,DMVPN GRE)
o Global and Local Load Balancers (F5/Cisco)
o ISP/Co-Location Providers
o Web Application Firewalls, F5 and Imperva a plus
o Network security (Cisco, Palo Alto, ClearPass)
o DNS infrastructure
o Monitoring tools: Riverbed, Solarwinds, Splunk, Ganglia
o Superior problem-resolution skills
o Routing protocols: BGP, EIGRP, OSPF

•In-depth knowledge of network best practices and network security.

• Mentorship and leadership skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Considerations:

• Please Note: Candidates who advance to the final interview stage may be asked to participate in an in-person interview. Travel expenses will be covered 
• This role is remote but may require occasional on-site attendance for meetings in one of our facilities in Tampa, Hartford or Overland Park, KS.  If chosen for a final interview, an on-site interview may be required.
• Sponsorship is not available for this role (e.g., H-1B, F-1, OPT, CPT). All candidates must reside in the United States to be considered.

What We Offer: 

• Pay Range: $145000 - $155000 / (year or hour) plus corporate bonus incentive OR if set pay Starting Pay for external hires is XX.XX / hour + Monthly Incentive
• Bonus Opportunity.  The pay range included in this posting reflects future growth / earning potential. 
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match, HSA employer contributions, Dependent Care FSA employer contribution, Paid Time Off, Personal/Sick Time, Paid Parental Leave, and more. 
• Award winning culture: Keeps our company values at the heart of everything we do: We Care; We Do the Right Thing; We Strive for Excellence; We Think BIG; We Take our Work Seriously, Not Ourselves. 

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CareCentrix maintains a drug-free workplace. 

We are an equal opportunit employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or being a qualified disabled veteran or qualified veteran of the Vietnam era or any other category protected by Federal or State law. 

CareCentrix accepts applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is identified.