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Senior Network Engineer (Team Lead)

Motion Recruitment

New York · On-site Full-time Lead $165k – $175k/yr 1mo ago

About the role

A leading Managed Services Provider based in Midtown Manhattan is hiring a Senior Network Engineer (Team Lead) for a full-time opportunity. This role blends hands-on engineering with technical leadership, supporting a diverse client base across industries. You’ll work with modern networking technologies including Cisco, Fortinet, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), and advanced security solutions while helping design and implement scalable, high-performance environments.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 7+ years of experience in network engineering
  • Strong experience with Cisco routing and switching (BGP, OSPF, VLANs)
  • Hands-on firewall experience (Fortinet, Palo Alto, or similar)
  • Experience with cloud networking in AWS and/or Azure
  • Prior experience in an MSP or client-facing environment
  • Proven leadership or team lead experience

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Network certifications (CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent)
  • Experience with automation tools (Python, Ansible)
  • Familiarity with SD-WAN technologies
  • Strong documentation and client communication skills

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

  • 40% Cisco Networking (Routing/Switching)
  • 30% Firewalls & Network Security
  • 20% Cloud Networking (AWS/Azure)
  • 10% Automation & Tools

Daily Responsibilities

  • 60% Hands On
  • 20% Management Duties
  • 20% Team Collaboration

The Offer

  • Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Vacation Time
  • Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Skills

AWSAnsibleAzureBGPCiscoFortinetOSPFPalo AltoPythonSD-WANVLANs

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