Senior Network Engineer
Auria
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
About
Remote Status: On‑Site
Job Id: 13738-CORP
# of Openings: 1
What You Can Expect To Do
Network Engineering & Operations:
Own daily operation, support, optimization, and lifecycle management of enterprise network infrastructure
Maintain highly available and resilient connectivity across three primary offices and two satellite locations, Hybrid multi‑cloud environments and Remote workforce connectivity solutions
Support and improve a two‑tier enterprise network architecture using enterprise‑class switching, routing, and firewall technologies
Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex network performance and reliability issues
Support a target network availability objective of 99.9% uptime
Security Architecture & Compliance:
Design and enhance segmented network architectures supporting:
CMMC‑aligned environments
Logical separation of in‑scope and out‑of‑scope systems
Security enclaves and restricted‑access environments
Implement and maintain secure network boundary protections using Palo Alto firewalls
Modernize firewall rule sets and reduce organizational risk exposure through improved policy management and segmentation
Partner closely with cybersecurity teams to support:
Secure architecture reviews
Vulnerability remediation
Incident response activities
Compliance readiness efforts
Contribute to the organization’s transition toward Zero Trust architecture principles Cloud & Remote Connectivity
Support hybrid cloud networking architectures across multiple cloud providers
Maintain and optimize connectivity technologies including:
AWS Transit Gateway
Direct Connect solutions
Site‑to‑site VPN connectivity
Improve performance and reliability for remote engineering and development teams Modernization & Automation
Identify opportunities to improve network scalability, resilience, and operational maturity
Assist in expanding network automation and infrastructure‑as‑code capabilities
Collaborate with Platform Operations and Infrastructure teams to standardize and modernize network deployments Leadership & Collaboration
Serve as the senior network engineering resource within the IT organization
Infrastructure & Security
Cybersecurity
Platform Operations
Help Desk / Service Delivery
Help define operational standards, documentation, and engineering best practices
Participate in planning for team growth, including mentoring and eventual support of a future Junior Network Engineer role
What The Team Requires
Mission‑Driven Professional: Collaborative contributor motivated by the opportunity to develop cutting‑edge solutions that protect and serve both the nation and the world.
7+ years of progressive enterprise network engineering experience
Demonstrated hands‑on experience with:
Palo Alto Networks firewalls
Enterprise Cisco switching and routing
Strong understanding of:
Network segmentation
Secure enclave design
Enterprise VPN technologies
High‑availability network design
Experience supporting hybrid cloud networking architectures
Familiarity with:
AWS networking concepts
AWS Transit Gateway
Direct Connect and hybrid connectivity models
Working familiarity with:
CMMC
NIST SP 800-171 concepts
Security‑focused network architecture principles
Experience supporting regulated or security‑conscious environments
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
What The Team Prefers
Industry certifications such as:
PCNSE
CCNP or CCIE o CISSP
Experience with:
Zero Trust networking initiatives o Network automation tools and scripting
Infrastructure‑as‑code concepts
Multi‑enclave environments
Prior experience in aerospace, defense, government contracting, or similarly regulated industries
Pay Transparency The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level. $115,000 - $135,000.
Application Deadline August 17, 2026.
Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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Languages
- English
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