Lead Network Engineer

About the role: As a Lead Network Engineer, you will: Lead the design, implementation, optimization, and support of CLA's enterprise network infrastructure across office, datacenter, and cloud environments Provide technical leadership for routing, switching, wireless, SD-WAN, and network security initiatives. Administer and support Cisco networking technologies including Catalyst, Nexus, Meraki, and related platforms. Design and manage enterprise WAN, LAN, WLAN, VPN, and internet connectivity solutions. Support and optimize Microsoft Azure networking services, including Express Route, Virtual Networks (VNets), Virtual WAN, DNS, and hybrid cloud connectivity. Configure and troubleshoot routing and switching protocols including BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP, HSRP, and QoS.Partner with cybersecurity teams to implement and maintain secure network architectures, firewalls, segmentation, and Zero Trust initiatives. Lead network modernization, cloud transformation, office integration, and infrastructure lifecycle management projects. Develop and maintain network automation solutions using Power Shell, Python, Ansible, Terraform, or similar technologies. Utilize network monitoring and performance management tools such as Solar Winds, Thousand Eyes, Logic Monitor, or similar platforms. Serve as a technical escalation point for complex network incidents, performance issues, and critical outages. Mentor network engineers and contribute to architectural standards, operational procedures, and network roadmaps. Ensure high availability, resiliency, disaster recovery, and business continuity requirements are met across the enterprise network.•Participate in the on-call rotation.

What you will need: 6 years of relevant experience required 8+ years of enterprise network engineering experience, including design, implementation, and support of large-scale multi-site environments preferred Bachelor's degree is required. A combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of a degree Degrees in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred. Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range. The compensation range for this position in Minnesota is: $89,000.00 – $153,000.00#LI-EL1 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Click here to learn about your hiring rights. Wellness at CLATo support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more. To view a complete list of benefits, click here.

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Type: Full time