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Everest Re Group

Senior Network Engineer II

Warren, NJ · On-site +1

$119K - $140K/yr

Hybrid / Remote (Global Support Model) Reports To: Network Engineering & Operations Leadership About the Role Join our Global Network Engineering & Operations team to design, implement, and support ...

Everest

Senior Network Engineer II

Warren, NJ · On-site +1

$119K - $140K/yr

Hybrid / Remote (Global Support Model) Reports To: Network Engineering & Operations Leadership About the Role Join our Global Network Engineering & Operations team to design, implement, and support ...

SHI

Sr. Solutions Architect - SHI Labs

Somerset, NJ · On-site +1

Act as a trusted advisor to presales Field CIOs, CISOs, and engineering teams, influencing network ... Secure Access & Network Security (ZTNA, SASE, VDI, browser isolation, remote access, NGFW ...

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What is a remote director of network engineering?

A Remote Director of Network Engineering is a senior IT professional who oversees the design, implementation, and management of an organization's network infrastructure while working remotely. They lead network engineering teams, develop strategic plans for network growth and security, and ensure reliable connectivity across multiple locations. This role involves collaborating with other departments, managing budgets, and staying updated with advances in networking technology. Strong leadership, technical expertise, and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

How does a remote director of network engineering collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure network reliability and performance?

As a Remote Director of Network Engineering, you will regularly collaborate with IT, security, and operations teams through virtual meetings and project management platforms. Your role involves aligning network strategies with organizational goals, troubleshooting escalated issues, and communicating network status updates to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for fostering teamwork and ensuring that remote team members are aligned on priorities and best practices. This collaborative approach helps maintain high network reliability and performance across the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote director of network engineering?

To excel as a Remote Director of Network Engineering, you need in-depth expertise in network architecture, security, and infrastructure management, typically supported by a bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field and several years of leadership experience. Familiarity with enterprise networking tools (such as Cisco, Juniper, and cloud networking platforms), as well as certifications like CCNP, CCIE, or AWS Certified Advanced Networking, is highly beneficial. Strong leadership, strategic planning, and excellent remote communication skills distinguish top performers in this role. These capabilities are crucial for ensuring robust network performance and security while effectively leading distributed teams toward organizational goals.

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Senior Network Engineer II

Everest Re Group

Warren, NJ • On-site, Remote

$119K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Title:

Senior Network Engineer II

Company:

Everest Global Services, Inc.

Job Category:

Technology

Job Description:

About Everest:

Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.

Senior Network Engineer

Location: Hybrid / Remote (Global Support Model)

Reports To: Network Engineering & Operations Leadership

About the Role

Join our Global Network Engineering & Operations team to design, implement, and support enterprise network and security solutions across global data centers, Azure cloud environments, and branch locations. You'll drive network modernization initiatives, serve as a Level 3 escalation point for critical incidents, and help shape the strategic evolution of our global network architecture.

As a key contributor to our network infrastructure initiatives, you will provide Level 3 escalation support for operational incidents and play an integral role in the strategic evolution of the organization's global network architecture. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise across routing and switching, cloud networking, and secure access technologies, including Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco SD-WAN, Forescout NAC, Cisco wireless infrastructure, and network access control solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Architect, implement, and maintain enterprise network and security solutions across on-prem, hybrid, and Azure cloud environments.

  • Lead network modernization and Cisco SD-WAN deployments; optimize WAN resiliency and application performance across global sites.

  • Engineer and support Zscaler (ZIA, ZPA, ZDX), Palo Alto firewalls (Panorama, VM-Series), and Zero Trust / network segmentation.

  • Administer Infoblox DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) and support DNS modernization and automation.

  • Manage Forescout NAC, Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, and enterprise Wi-Fi.

  • Support routing & switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), Layer 2/3 architectures, VLANs, VRFs, QoS, and high-availability design.

  • Manage, configure, and troubleshoot SFTP and FTP file transfer solutions.

  • Act as Level 3 escalation for major incidents; lead root cause analysis and mentor operations/engineering teams.

  • Independently lead and manage projects from inception to completion.

  • Provide support for after-hours maintenance windows, emergency system changes, and weekend project implementations.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or Network Engineering (equivalent experience considered).

  • 10+ years in enterprise network engineering/operations; 5+ years supporting global environments.

  • Proven track record leading large scale network transformation initiatives.

Technical Expertise

Cisco Routing & Switching BGP/OSPF/EIGRP MPLS/VPN/QoS Palo Alto & Panorama Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA/ZDX) Azure Networking (ExpressRoute, VNets, VPN Gateways) Infoblox DDI Cisco SD-WAN Forescout NAC Cisco WLC / Enterprise Wi-Fi

Certifications

One Required (More Preferred):

  • CCNP Enterprise (or CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure)

  • Palo Alto Networks PCNSE

Preferred / Nice-to-Have:

  • Zscaler Digital Transformation Administrator (ZDTA)

  • Zscaler ZIA / ZPA Certified Administrator

  • Infoblox Certified DDI Engineer

  • Cisco SD-WAN (ENSDWI) Specialist

  • Forescout Certified Network Administrator

The base salary range for this position is $119,000 - $140,000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

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What if I don't meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our Culture

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Clickhereto learn more about our culture.

  • Our Valuesare the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.
  • Our Colleague Behaviorsdefine how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve.

Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

Warren, NJ

Additional Locations:

Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at everestbenefits@everestglobal.com.

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