Network Engineer Lead
DTN · Minnesota, United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- ₱1,730,000 / year
- Minnesota, United States
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Job highlights
- Lead network and connectivity services team.
- Design and manage physical/cloud network infrastructure.
- Ensure network integrity, security, and performance.
- Implement hardware/software installations and upgrades.
- Drive network projects and strategic planning.
About the role
Network Engineer Lead
DTN is seeking a Network Engineer Lead to join the DTN IT team and lead our Network & Connectivity Services team as we provide a world-class operational decisioning platform. The chosen individual must possess a senior-level network engineering background and have experience with both physical and cloud network architectures and cloud migrations. You will work closely with the DTN IT staff to develop a deep understanding of DTN networks, processes, architecture, and controls. You will report to the Head of IT on network status, projects, planning, security, and process improvements at DTN.
What you will be responsible for:
- Oversee the design and management of DTN’s physical and cloud network infrastructure, including multiple internet connections, multiple firewalls, Cisco/Arista core infrastructure, extranet connections, a multicast backbone, load balancers, web application firewalls, and multiple wireless LAN’s.
- Oversee the design and management of the network integrity and security, which includes VPN connectivity, firewall rules, and network security audits.
- Oversees the design and management of overall IT network system(s) performance.
- Oversee the design and management of hardware and software installations, maintenance, upgrades, and configurations.
- Oversee the design and management of the network failover integrity.
- Drive projects and respond to requests as needed.
What you will bring to the role:
- Minimum of 10 years of IT experience or equivalent work experience.
- Possess technical understanding of communications networks, including protocols, network components, design elements, and architecture.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience with Local and Wide Area Networks, and related network security devices.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience with design and troubleshooting of TCP/IP, internal routing protocols, multicast, and BGP.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience with each of the following platforms: Cisco Layer 2 and Layer 3 Switches, Cisco Routers, Cisco ASA Firewalls, Cisco VPN: Site-to-site and Anyconnect client, F5 Load Balancers, Cisco/Meraki Wireless, Palo Alto Firewalls.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience with internetwork design, implementation, and fault isolation.
- Understanding of how to perform problem isolation and troubleshooting in complex environments.
- Experience planning strategically and tactically for future needs while ensuring that processes are in place to monitor current usage.
- Experience handling multiple tasks and deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Have the ability to communicate efficiently and effectively.
- Be able to apply networking concepts to contribute to the development of the company’s strategies or principles to achieve objectives in effective ways.
- Experience applying knowledge of emerging technology trends and best practices to show the potential business application of technology improvements.
What you can expect from DTN:
- Competitive Salary
- Generous PTO
- Flexible work arrangements
- Healthcare coverage extended to three dependents on day one of employment
- Retirement plan
- Unlimited access to 13k+ courses via learning platform to support employee career advancement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Key skills/competency:
- Network Engineering
- Network Architecture
- Cloud Networking
- Network Security
- TCP/IP
- BGP
- Cisco
- Arista
- F5 Load Balancers
- Palo Alto Firewalls
Skills & topics
- Network Engineer Lead
- Network Engineering
- Network Architecture
- Cloud Networking
- Network Security
- TCP/IP
- BGP
- Cisco
- Arista
- F5 Load Balancers
- Palo Alto Firewalls
- IT
- Lead
- Management
- Infrastructure
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 10+ years of IT experience, extensive network security, and specific platform expertise (Cisco, F5, Palo Alto).
- Showcase leadership: Emphasize your experience leading teams and driving complex network projects.
- Quantify achievements: Provide data on how you improved network performance, security, or reliability.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, multicast), and cloud migration strategies.
- Understand DTN's mission: Align your experience with DTN's focus on operational decisioning and industry impact.
Technical preparation
Master TCP/IP, routing, and multicast protocols.,Practice configuring Cisco/Arista, F5, Palo Alto.,Study cloud networking and migration strategies.,Prepare troubleshooting scenarios for complex networks.
Behavioral questions
Describe a challenging network project you led.,How do you handle multiple urgent tasks?,How do you communicate technical issues to non-technical staff?,Share an example of implementing new technology.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Network Engineer Lead at DTN?
- As a Network Engineer Lead at DTN, you will be responsible for overseeing the design and management of DTN’s physical and cloud network infrastructure, including internet connections, firewalls, core infrastructure, load balancers, and wireless networks. You will also manage network integrity, security, performance, and hardware/software installations, while driving network projects and improvements. This role reports to the Head of IT.
- What specific technical skills are required for the Network Engineer Lead role at DTN?
- The role requires a minimum of 10 years of IT experience and 10 years specifically with LAN/WAN and network security devices. Essential technical skills include deep understanding of TCP/IP, internal routing protocols, multicast, and BGP. You should also have at least 5 years of experience with Cisco Layer 2/3 switches, routers, ASA firewalls, VPN, F5 Load Balancers, Cisco/Meraki Wireless, and Palo Alto Firewalls.
- Does DTN offer opportunities for career advancement for a Network Engineer Lead?
- Yes, DTN provides unlimited access to over 13,000 courses through a dedicated learning platform, supporting employee career advancement. They also emphasize a 'pay-for-performance' model, offering opportunities to advance compensation over time based on performance.
- What is the expected experience level for the Network Engineer Lead position at DTN?
- DTN is looking for a senior-level network engineer with a minimum of 10 years of overall IT experience and at least 10 years of experience specifically in Local and Wide Area Networks and related network security devices. A minimum of 5 years of experience with specific platforms like Cisco, F5, and Palo Alto is also required.
- How does DTN ensure the legitimacy of job offers for the Network Engineer Lead position?
- DTN communicates only through official @dtn.com email addresses or their Paradox AI scheduling platform. All job offers are extended directly by their Talent Acquisition team after a formal interview process. If you receive suspicious communication, contact Careers@dtn.com to verify its legitimacy.