United States Remote (Country) Employment USD 103,700 - 110,000 Yearly

Step Up For Students is hiring a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer

About the Role

Sufs seeks a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer to architect and sustain our secure, high-performance enterprise and cloud networks. You will serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert, guiding complex infrastructure initiatives.

What You'll Do

  • Design and optimize scalable LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN solutions by configuring routing, switching, and firewall components while continuously assessing emerging technologies.
  • Oversee operations and maintenance by monitoring system performance, troubleshooting issues, managing upgrades and patches, and ensuring high availability and disaster‑recovery readiness.
  • Ensure security and compliance by enforcing security policies, configuring firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPN solutions, and collaborating with cybersecurity teams to mitigate risks.
  • Maintain comprehensive network documentation including diagrams, records, and procedures and provide regular reports on network health, capacity, and incidents.

What We're Looking For

  • 5+ years in network engineering, including 2+ years in a senior or lead role.
  • Cisco CCNA with in-depth knowledge of Cisco Meraki networking.
  • Good understanding of Zscaler technology and networking.
  • Azure network certification and a deep understanding of Azure networking.
  • Proficiency with network monitoring and automation.
  • Demonstrated success and a proven track record in professional/life experience in specific job functions, projects, or industries, and military service can substitute for the formal education requirements.

Nice to Have

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
  • Professional certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer Associate).
  • Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments.
  • Proficiency in automation/scripting (Python, PowerShell, Ansible).
  • Strong knowledge of SD‑WAN, load balancing, and advanced firewall technologies.
  • Hands-on experience with Zero Trust architectures and technologies, such as identity-based access control, micro-segmentation, secure access solutions (e.g., Zscaler, Palo Alto Prisma Access), and continuous verification models.
  • A good understanding of AI tools.

Technical Stack

  • Cisco Meraki, Zscaler, Azure, AWS, GCP, Python, PowerShell, Ansible, SD-WAN

Benefits & Compensation

  • Award-Winning Culture: Named one of the Best Companies to Work For four years in a row.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA, FSA, and Lifestyle Spending Accounts.
  • Competitive 401(k) with company match.
  • Flexibility & Work-Life Harmony.

Work Mode

This is a local-country position with locations in the United States.

Sufs is an equal opportunity employer.

Required Skills
Cisco MerakiZscalerAzureAWSGCPPythonPowerShellAnsibleSD-WANNetwork EngineeringNetwork AutomationNetwork MonitoringCisco CCNA
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Department Engineering
Category infrastructure
Posted 14 days ago