Sr. Network Engineer

Peyton Resource Group
Arlington, TX

Must be US Citizen or Green Card Holder


Level 3 Network Engineer (Senior)

We are seeking a highly skilled Level 3 Network Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of our enterprise network. This role serves as the top escalation point for complex issues and plays a key role in network architecture, performance, and security.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as Tier 3 escalation for complex network incidents; perform root cause analysis using packet capture and advanced diagnostics
  • Design, implement, and optimize enterprise network infrastructure (routers, switches, VPNs, firewalls)
  • Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability across systems
  • Configure and maintain network hardware/software, including upgrades and security controls
  • Develop and enforce firewall rules and security best practices
  • Support disaster recovery planning and execution
  • Lead network improvement initiatives and support new deployments
  • Mentor junior engineers and collaborate across teams
  • Participate in on-call rotation and provide occasional onsite support

Qualifications

  • 8–10+ years of enterprise networking experience
  • Expertise in BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, EVPN, MPLS, and core protocols (EIGRP, HSRP, VRRP, DNS, DHCP)
  • Strong experience with Cisco networking (IOS, NX-OS) and firewalls
  • Solid understanding of OSI model and advanced troubleshooting methodologies
  • Experience with SD-WAN and data center environments
  • Proven ability to lead projects and mentor junior staff
  • Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Preferred

  • Experience with Cisco ACI and network segmentation
  • Experience with F5 load balancers

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