Network Engineer II

About

Piper Companies is seeking a Network Engineer II to support a leading healthcare services organization through hybrid work in Columbia, MD. This role is ideal for a senior‑level network engineer who enjoys designing, implementing, and supporting complex LAN/WAN and data center networks while serving as a technical expert across project teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, implement, and support large‑enterprise LAN, WAN, and data center network solutions.
• Act as a technical consultant across multiple project teams, supporting architecture decisions and delivery timelines.
• Provide Tier‑3 support for complex network issues using advanced troubleshooting and performance analysis tools.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and implementation plans; support evaluation of new technologies and vendors.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting large‑enterprise LAN/WAN and data center environments.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Cisco routing and switching platforms (Catalyst, Nexus, ISR/ASR).
• Advanced knowledge of BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP, enterprise WAN/Internet circuits, and inter‑data‑center connectivity.
• Experience with enterprise network security technologies (NGFWs, VPNs, SD‑WAN, NAC).
• Proficiency with SolarWinds, Wireshark, or similar monitoring and packet‑analysis tools.
• Experience with Cisco Meraki switching and wireless; F5 LTM exposure preferred.
• CCNA/CCNP (or higher) preferred.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $125,000 - $135,000 (based on experience)
• Comprehensive benefit package; Cigna Medical, Cigna Dental, Vision, 401k w/ ADP, PTO, paid holidays, Sick Leave as required by law