Kforce Inc · 7 hours ago
Principal Network Engineer
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$200K/yr - $235K/yr
10+ years expKforce Inc is seeking a Principal Network Engineer to join their team in Boston, MA, focusing on global infrastructure and cloud connectivity. This role involves leading a team of network engineers while also being hands-on in designing and managing enterprise-scale networks across multiple regions and data centers.
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Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of network engineers while staying hands-on with design, build, and deployment of global network infrastructure
Architect and manage underlay (routers, switches, cabling) and overlay (software-defined, multi-tenant) network solutions across on-prem and cloud (AWS primary, Azure secondary)
Implement secure LAN/WAN/SDWAN, data center, and cloud connectivity across global sites
Collaborate with Information Security to translate policy into compliant network designs and support audits and remediation
Optimize network performance, resilience, and monitoring across all regions
Manage carrier relationships and regional connectivity strategies across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas
Provide Tier III escalation support for complex network issues
Drive Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) adoption using Terraform or similar tools
Implement and maintain robust network security controls including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, segmentation, and encryption
Contribute to global architecture standards and documentation
Stay ahead of trends in software-defined networking, automation, and security
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent practical experience
10+ years of enterprise network engineering experience, including global environments (U.S. and EMEA required; APAC preferred)
Proven leadership experience with a track record of mentoring and developing engineering talent
Deep expertise in traditional (L2/L3, BGP, OSPF) and modern software-defined networking
Strong proficiency with Cisco technologies (Nexus preferred)
Hands-on experience with AWS networking (VPCs, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect) and familiarity with Azure
Experience with Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code
Advanced knowledge of network security technologies and practices
Global network design experience, including carrier sourcing and regional communications nuances
Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
Preferred
Preferred certifications: CCNP or higher, AWS Solutions Architect, or equivalent
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision insurance
HSA
FSA
401(k)
Life, disability & ADD insurance
Company
Kforce Inc
Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2024-05-20IPO
2014-06-08Acquired
Leadership Team
Aaron Travis
Digital Experience Delivery Director | Kforce Consulting Solutions
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