Principal Network Engineer

Company Summary
As the recognized global standard for project-based businesses, Deltek delivers software and information solutions to help organizations achieve their purpose. Our market leadership stems from the work of our diverse employees who are united by a passion for learning, growing and making a difference. At Deltek, we take immense pride in creating a balanced, values-driven environment, where every employee feels included and empowered to do their best work. Our employees put our core values into action daily, creating a one-of-a-kind culture that has been recognized globally. Thanks to our incredible team, Deltek has been named one of America's Best Midsize Employers by Forbes, a Best Place to Work by Glassdoor, a Top Workplace by The Washington Post and a Best Place to Work in Asia by World HRD Congress. www.deltek.com
Position Responsibilities
We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Network Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a key senior member of our network infrastructure operations team, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and optimizing our network & security systems to ensure maximum performance, availability, and security, as well as providing technical guidance and support to other Network Engineers and IT staff.
Responsibilities:

• Leverage emerging technologies to design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient network solutions that align with business requirements and standards.
• Lead and mentor a team of Network Engineers, providing cross-training, technical guidance, and support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement network architecture standards and best practices.
• Research, evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and processes to improve network performance and efficiency.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex network issues across multiple platforms and technologies.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for network configurations, processes, policies, and procedures.
• Plan and execute network upgrades, migrations, and expansions with minimal disruption to business operations.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements related to network security and data privacy.
• Monitor network performance and capacity using various tools and methods, proactively identifying, and addressing potential issues.
• Manage and maintain network devices, software, and configurations, including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, etc.
• Participate in on-call rotation and provide timely response to network-related incidents and emergencies, as well as off-hours maintenance windows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Master's degree preferred.

• 10+ years of experience in Network Engineering, with a focus on designing and managing enterprise-level networks.
• Expert level knowledge in network protocols, standards, and technologies such as TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, SD-WAN, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, and QoS.
• Proficiency in network hardware and software platforms, including Cisco routers, Cisco Nexus and Catalyst switches, cross-platform firewalls, and wireless infrastructure.
• Exposure to next-gen network (NGN) technologies like SDWAN, SDN, automation etc
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption, identity management and access control.
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools such as Wireshark, PRTG, and Cisco DNA.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience with cloud-based network services, such as Cloudflare, Zscaler, AWS, Azure and Cato Networks a plus.
• CCNP, CCIE or equivalent certification is preferred.
• US Citizenship is Required for this role

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Business Summary
The Deltek Information Technology team provides technical support, services and applications to Deltek's global workforce. We are dedicated to finding innovative ways to help our employees maximize their productivity and exceed their business goals. If you're a world-class problem solver looking to be part a diverse, dynamic and collaborative team - join us as we power success for all of Deltek.