Sr. Network Engineer

Sr. Network Engineer Req #130 Milwaukee, WI, USA

• Sarasota, FL, USA
• Dallas, TX, USA
• Charlotte, NC, USA
• Atlanta, GA, USA Apply Share Job Description Posted Monday, May 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM Join the IPG Team!

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Position Description Title:

Senior Network Engineer Department:

MIS Immediate Supervisor:

Director, Enterprise Infrastructure Status:

Exempt Position Purpose:

The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, operation, and optimization of the organization's enterprise network infrastructure. This role serves as a technical leader and subject‑matter expert for network technologies, ensuring high availability, performance, scalability, and security across on‑premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. The Senior Network Engineer works closely with infrastructure, security, cloud, and application teams to deliver reliable network services that support business goals. In addition to hands‑on engineering responsibilities, this role provides technical guidance, mentorship, and architectural input, and plays a key role in strategic initiatives, major projects, and complex troubleshooting.

• Remote position in the US
• Principle Accountabilities Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network architectures, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, and data center connectivity Lead and support network modernization initiatives, such as cloud networking, SD ‑ WAN, network automation, and segmentation Ensure network reliability, performance, and scalability through proactive monitoring, capacity planning, and optimization.

Act as an escalation point for complex network issues, leading root-cause analysis and permanent remediation. Collaborate with security teams to implement and maintain network security controls, including firewalls, VPNs, segmentation, and secure access solutions. Develop and maintain network documentation, standards, diagrams, and operational runbooks. Participate in change management, ensuring network changes are planned, tested, and executed with minimal risk. Evaluate new technologies and vendors, providing architectural recommendations to leadership. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical knowledge sharing within the team. Support disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and high ‑ availability designs. Travel as necessary to support on-site deployments, audits, and team collaboration. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Essential Skills and Experience Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in MIS, Computer Science, or other related field preferred 7+ years of network engineering experience, prior experience in large-scale or enterprise environments preferred. Relevant certifications a plus (e.g., CCNP/CCIE, PCNSE, JNCIP, AWS/Azure networking). Advanced experience with routing and switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs, STP). Strong knowledge of enterprise networking platforms (e.g., Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper, Arista, or equivalent). Experience with WAN technologies, including

MPLS, SD

‑ WAN, and Internet ‑ based connectivity. Deep understanding of network security concepts, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and zero ‑ trust principles. Hands ‑ on experience with cloud networking (Azure, AWS, or GCP - VNET/VPCs, VPN, ExpressRoute/Direct Connect). Familiarity with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (SNMP, NetFlow, packet capture). Working knowledge of automation and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Ansible). Strong documentation and diagramming skills (e.g., Visio or equivalent). Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and influence architecture decisions. Strong analytical and problem ‑ solving skills with a calm approach to incident response. Ability to think and work at both strategic and tactical levels as required. Speak to an audience with confidence, using appropriate communication skills/style. Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written form, to various audiences. Why Choose IPG? At IPG, you will find more than just a job—you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive. Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people. With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish! We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG. You belong here. Join us today! Job Details Job Family Information Systems Job Function IT Pay Type Salary Scan this QR code and apply! Download Milwaukee, WI, USA, Sarasota, FL, USA, Dallas, TX, USA, Charlotte, NC, USA, Atlanta, GA, USA