Senior Network Engineer

Job Title: Applications Systems Analysis, Design, Development, Integration, Implementation, And/or Administration - Senior Network Engineer

Location: Phoenix, AZ
Work Mode: 100% Onsite

We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to support and enhance a mission-critical Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) network that serves emergency Fire and Medical dispatch operations. This role is responsible for the architecture, design, implementation, maintenance, security, and resiliency of a large-scale network infrastructure supporting 24/7 public safety operations.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Cisco networking, Palo Alto firewalls, routing protocols, network security, VPNs, QoS, and team leadership while supporting critical operational environments.

• 5+ years of experience in planning, designing, and maintaining large enterprise networks
• 5+ years of experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting:
  • Cisco IOS devices
  • Cisco Nexus switches
  • Palo Alto Networks Next Generation Firewalls
  • Palo Alto Panorama
• Experience with:
  • BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP routing protocols
  • Point-to-point VPNs, IPsec, and NAT
  • Quality of Service (QoS) implementation
  • Copper and fiber cabling installation and troubleshooting
  • Supervising small teams of full-time and contract employees
  • Supporting 24/7 critical operations, preferably in a Public Safety environment
  • Splunk, ServiceNow, Jira, and SolarWinds Orion
• Industry certifications such as:
  • CCNP
  • Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewall Engineer
  • Equivalent networking certifications

• Design, implement, and manage Cisco Catalyst, Cisco Nexus, and Palo Alto-based network infrastructure
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network performance and connectivity issues
• Perform network configurations, upgrades, patching, and maintenance activities
• Monitor network health and proactively address potential issues
• Lead and mentor network engineers and technical staff
• Collaborate with internal departments and third-party vendors on network projects
• Conduct capacity planning and network performance analysis
• Utilize monitoring tools to analyze network traffic and performance metrics
• Implement network security best practices and recommend security enhancements
• Coordinate installation and repair activities across multiple facilities
• Manage and document network architecture, standards, configurations, and procedures
• Deliver excellent customer service to stakeholders, vendors, and business partners
• Assist with network infrastructure budgeting and capital improvement planning
• Support other information technology initiatives as required

• Deployment of Palo Alto firewalls across regional Fire Stations
• OSPF and BGP routing optimization to reduce failover times
• Enhancing network resiliency, availability, and security for CAD operations

• Public Safety, Emergency Services, Government, Municipal, or Mission-Critical Network environments
• Experience supporting highly available 24x7 enterprise infrastructure
• Strong leadership, communication, and project coordination skills