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Manager of Network Engineering

Manager of Network Engineering

Symbiotic ServicesNew Haven, CT, us
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Job Description

Manager of Network Engineering (Fortigate and Azure)

Location : United States

Category : Information Technology

Employment Type : Hybrid

Symbiotic Services is seeking an experienced and hands-on Manager of Network Engineering to lead the design, implementation, and support of enterprise-wide network infrastructure. This technical leadership role involves overseeing a team of network engineers, driving complex networking projects, and ensuring robust network security and performance.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Lead daily operations and provide technical mentorship to the network engineering team.
  • Design, configure, and maintain LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless systems.
  • Act as a senior escalation point for advanced network issues and root cause analysis.
  • Implement network monitoring and performance tuning to maintain high availability.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity on network security policies and compliance.
  • Manage lifecycle upgrades for networking hardware (routers, switches, firewalls).
  • Architect and deploy hybrid cloud networking solutions (Azure, AWS, etc.).
  • Work cross-functionally with application, server, and security teams.
  • Maintain documentation and network diagrams.
  • Manage vendor relationships and coordinate hardware / software support.
  • Lead major projects including office expansions and data center / cloud migrations.
  • Participate in on-call rotation and incident response as needed.

Qualifications :

  • Extensive experience with FortiGate Firewalls, Aruba, Meraki, Arista, and Azure Cloud Networking.
  • Deep knowledge of Azure ExpressRoute, Azure Firewalls, VPN Gateways, Azure BGP, VNET / Subnetting.
  • Strong routing / switching expertise (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, QoS, VLANs, STP).
  • Familiarity with Zero Trust security models and VPNs.
  • Proficient with network automation, scripting, and monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, LogicMonitor).
  • Excellent communication, documentation, and project management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.

    • Education & Experience :

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
  • 12+ years of network engineering experience with 3–5 years in a leadership role.

    • Additional Details :

  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Not eligible for visa sponsorship.
  • Some travel may be required.

    • Benefits Overview :

  • Time Off : 13 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
  • Development : Tuition reimbursement and certification support.
  • Retirement : 401(k) with matching and company-funded retirement plans.
  • Health & Wellness : Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; health club reimbursement; Employee Assistance Program.

    • Requirements

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