Network Engineer

Role: Network Engineer

Location: Olathe, KS (Onsite)

Fulltime

This role is critical to high‑impact business operations, requiring rapid execution and the ability to drive complex network issues to resolution in real time. We are seeking an expert-level Network Engineer who can deliver immediate value, lead live troubleshooting, and ensure operational stability across a large‑scale enterprise environment. Strong, vetted candidates who can move quickly through the hiring process are required.

Core Technical Expertise

Cisco SDA

• Implementation and support of Cisco SDA, including DNA Center, ISE integration, and fabric onboarding
• Expertise in fabric operations: edge/control nodes, segmentation, and policy troubleshooting

Cisco ACI

• Hands-on experience with APIC, EPGs, contracts, tenant configuration, and fabric health monitoring
• Troubleshooting L2/L3 connectivity and policy model dependencies

Palo Alto Firewalls

• Administration of PAN‑OS, Panorama, security policies, NAT, routing
• Strong experience with IPSec VPNs (site‑to‑site and remote access)
• Threat prevention profiles and centralized management

Wireless (Enterprise WLAN)

• Manage and optimize wireless networks (Cisco, Aruba, or similar)
• RF planning, performance tuning, roaming optimization, and high‑density deployment troubleshooting

VPN / Multi‑Vendor

• Design, configure, and troubleshoot IPSec VPNs with third‑party interoperability

Infoblox DDI

• DNS, DHCP, IPAM administration
• Grid management, HA configuration, automation integrations

Additional Required Competencies

• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, QoS, multicast
• Proficiency with real‑time packet capture tools (Wireshark) for deep analysis during P1 incidents

Roles & Responsibilities

• Serve as the L3 escalation point for complex and urgent network issues in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment
• Lead live P1 troubleshooting engagements involving cross‑functional teams and multiple stakeholders
• Conduct deep‑dive analysis, test solutions, identify root causes, and implement long‑term remediation
• Manage installation, configuration, and upgrade of network hardware and software
• Provide guidance to L1 and L2 teams to elevate issue resolution quality and operational efficiency
• Execute advanced troubleshooting across LAN, WAN, data center, wireless, application, and security domains
• Ensure network stability through proactive monitoring, optimization, and best‑practice adherence
• Communicate complex technical issues clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Demonstrate strong time management, independent problem‑solving, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively