Senior Network Engineer, TS/SCI Honolulu, Hawaii

Applied Intuition Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Honolulu seeks a Senior Network Engineer to design and maintain enterprise networks. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years' experience with Cisco, Dell, and Palo Alto technologies, focusing on network infrastructure, security, and cloud integration. Responsibilities include mentoring junior engineers, troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating on network upgrades. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering.
• Strong expertise in Cisco, Dell Networking, and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Experience with VLAN configuration and management.
• Proven experience with site-to-site VPNs and encryption protocols.
• Proficiency in routing protocols like OSPF, BGP, EIGRP.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure.
• Implement and manage VLANs and site-to-site VPNs.
• Provide expert-level support for network devices.
• Collaborate with IT leadership for network upgrades.
• Mentor junior network engineers and support team growth.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues.
• Bridge on-premise infrastructure with cloud environments.

Skills

Cisco expertise

Dell Networking expertise

Palo Alto firewalls expertise

VLAN management

VPN implementation

Routing protocols

Cloud integration

Mentoring junior engineers

Tools

Ansible

Python

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and hands‑on Senior Network Engineer with deep expertise in Cisco, Dell, and Palo Alto technologies. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about designing, implementing, and maintaining robust enterprise and campus network infrastructures.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Implement and manage VLANs, site‑to‑site VPNs, and end‑to‑end encryption solutions.
• Provide expert‑level support for Cisco, Dell, and Palo Alto network devices.
• Collaborate with IT leadership to plan and execute network upgrades and expansions.
• Mentor and support junior network engineers, fostering a collaborative and growth‑oriented team environment.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and provide timely resolutions.
• Bridge on‑premise infrastructure with cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Ensure network security, performance, and reliability across all layers of the enterprise.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in enterprise network engineering.
• Strong expertise in Cisco, Dell Networking, and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Proven experience with:
  • VLAN configuration and management.
  • Site‑to‑site VPNs and encryption protocols.
  • Routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP).
  • Layer 2/3 switching.
• Experience integrating on‑premise networks with cloud infrastructure.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Experience mentoring or leading junior engineers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, PCNSE, Dell Networking certifications).
• Experience with network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, etc.).
• Familiarity with SD‑WAN and Zero Trust architectures.

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