Sr Network Engineer I (Remote)

American Specialty Health Incorporated (ASH) is seeking a Sr Network Engineer I to join our Information Technology-Operations department.

The Senior Network Engineer I is responsible for the design, implementation, security, and operational support of the enterprise network across on-premises and cloud environments, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure networking. This role serves as a senior technical contributor, driving reliable connectivity, secure segmentation, and performance across Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco networking, and Meraki environments. The ideal candidate has deep experience with Azure network architecture, hybrid connectivity, firewall policy management, and enterprise troubleshooting in complex environments.

• Remote Worker Guidelines: This position will be trained remotely and must be able to work from home (WFH) in a designated work area with company-provided technology equipment. This WFH position requires you have a stable connection to your Internet Service Provider with the ability to participate by video in online meetings over a reliable and consistent network. The internet connection must have a consistent 50 down/10 up Mbps minimum internet speed. 100 down/20 up is recommended to support higher quality video meetings.

Responsibilities

• Azure
  • Design, implement, and support Azure network architectures, including VNets, NSGs, UDRs, Route Tables, and Private Endpoints/Links.
  • Engineer and maintain hybrid connectivity to ensure secure link between on-prem and Azure instances.
  • Implement and optimize Azure network security requirements.
  • Support cloud traffic management solutions such as Load balancers, Application Gateways, and related architecture.
  • Partner with Platform Engineering and Admin teams to maintain a scalable network foundation for platform services, application modernization, and migration initiatives.
  • Collaborate with security on Palo Alto firewall rules and setup, ZTNA(Netskope) rules and support, DDoS, and other protection methods.
• Cisco and Meraki
  • Configure and support Cisco network infrastructure.
  • Administer and support Meraki networks (MX, MS, MR), including SD-WAN policies, traffic shaping, wireless RF optimization, and dashboard monitoring.
  • Drive network reliability improvements through proactive monitoring, lifecycle management, and performance tuning.
  • Maintain system update requirements with junior level admins and engineers.
• Operations, Monitoring, & Incident Response
  • Serve as a senior escalation point for complex network incidents and problem management; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions.
  • Manage and utilize monitoring and telemetry tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Dynatrace, logs/flows) to identify trends, reduce downtime, and improve service health.
  • Participate in change management processes, maintenance windows, and problem communications with clear operational documentation.
  • Maintain a strong partnership with the security teams and participate in tabletop scenarios. Be a trusted part of the remote incident response team.
• Acts as highest-level technical support, backup, and mentor.
  • Provides support to systems support technicians for high-level support issues.
  • Performs end user technical support as needed.
  • Acts as backup for systems support supervisor and help desk as needed.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to cross-training and knowledge sharing.
• Design, review, and provide communications related to project plans.
• Attends industry seminars, conferences, training classes, and reads industry journals to stay current on technology.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a computer related field or equivalent experience. If equivalent experience, High School Diploma required.
• 8 years of progress