NETWORK ENGINEER

This is a Fully Remote Job About Our Client: The organization operates in digital transformation and cybersecurity, focusing on delivering secure and resilient technology solutions for public safety and other sectors. It provides advanced analytics, cybersecurity products, and mission-critical systems to support operational continuity and safeguard critical infrastructure globally. The program employs thousands of experts and holds numerous patents in the field. About the Opportunity: The NETWORK ENGINEER will play a key role in supporting the deployment and maintenance of next-generation public safety communication solutions. This position is responsible for ensuring high network availability, security, and performance to sustain critical voice and data services. The role impacts the reliability and resilience of emergency response communications by designing, implementing, and managing complex network infrastructures. Responsibilities: Understand and apply NG911 network topology and equipment requirements Participate in network planning, engineering, and architecture activities Produce and maintain technical and procedural documentation Provide second and third level support for network incidents and service requests Deploy and configure network devices according to design and standards Monitor and optimize network performance and availability Establish and enforce network security policies Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues promptly Coordinate with multiple groups to achieve 99.999% network uptime Provide on-call support as needed Lead network projects from concept through deployment Collaborate with stakeholders on network requirements and improvements Implement network security protocols and monitor for vulnerabilities Ensure compliance with security standards and regulatory policies Manage relationships with external managed service providers Requirements: Extensive experience with Cisco SD-WAN, Versa, Cisco ISR and ASR routers, Cisco Nexus 9K and Catalyst switches, Cisco NG and ASA firewalls, VXLAN Proficient in IPv4 and IPv6 environments Strong troubleshooting and network issue resolution skills Experience with virtualized networks including VMware, Google Cloud Platform, and Azure Ability to work effectively within distributed, diverse teams Availability for on-call duties and off-hours work during maintenance Strong communication skills in English, both oral and written Over 10 years of network engineering experience with geographically dispersed networks At least 5 years of network security experience Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, or NENA Experience managing third-party service providers Certifications such as Cisco CCNP, CCIE, Security, SDWAN, and cloud certifications are desirable Experience with NG 9-1-1 networking or carrier-grade voice networking is desirable Pay Range and Compensation Package: The total compensation range for this role is $80,140 to $128,223 USD. Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin. Note: TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.