
Lead Network Engineer
- Bethesda, MD
- $101,520-171,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Champion network standards, policies, and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance.
- Spearhead the resolution of complex issues impacting the enterprise network.
- Lead efforts to assess network performance metrics and optimize availability and throughput.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud, and system engineering teams on cross-functional initiatives and enterprise-wide technology roadmaps.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Maintain network documentation including diagrams, runbooks, and change control records.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Relevant certifications preferred: CCNA, CCNP, CMNO, CMNA, PCNSA, PCNSE (or equivalent experience).
- 4-6 years of progressively responsible experience in network engineering roles, including design, implementation, and support of large-scale enterprise networks.
- Deep technical knowledge of routing, switching, firewalls, and wireless technologies.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong leadership and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
- Ability to influence decisions across departments and negotiate technical and business trade-offs.
- Proficient with tools like Cisco, Palo Alto, Meraki, and monitoring platforms.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Generous store discounts
- Health care plans (medical, prescription, dental, vision)
- 401(k), HSA, FSA, Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Disability & life insurance coverage
- Paid parental leave
- Pet insurance
- Critical illness and accident insurance
- Discounted home and auto insurance
- College tuition assistance
- Career development & product training
- Consumer classes
- & More!