Senior Network Engineer # 529

Who we are...
As an industry-leading fintech provider, COCC delivers innovative, comprehensive technology solutions and strategic partnerships throughout the Northeastern United States. Listed among American Banker's FinTech 100 and the Inc. 5,000 fastest growing companies in the nation, COCC inspires the industry with innovation and top-quality support. Designated a Top Workplace in Connecticut and a nationally Certified Great Place to Work, COCC recognizes employees as the core of our success.
Inspiring you to become extraordinary in work and life.

What we need…
We’re looking for a Network Architect to design, implement, and maintain COCC’s enterprise-level network architecture. You’ll work with advanced technologies such as Arista, Cisco ACI, Velocloud SD-WAN, VMware NSX, and cloud networking in Azure/AWS, ensuring secure, scalable, and reliable solutions. Our network infrastructure powers financial institutions with cutting-edge connectivity and security. You’ll join a collaborative team that values innovation and technical excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to lead complex projects and shape the future of COCC’s network strategy.

What’s in it for you…
COCC offers a collaborative environment, career growth, and all the benefits you’d expect from an award-winning employer, including:

• Hybrid schedules and ample paid time off allowing you work/life balance and flexibility
• Customized training and onboarding to support you in your first year at COCC
• Robust employee development programs aligned with career pathing objectives
• Cutting-edge training and educational resources from vendors like SANS, PluralSight and CBTNuggets
• Generous PTO offerings, benefits and competitive compensation
• On-site fitness centers, wellness incentives, and lifestyle spending accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• One-on-one career coaching
• DEIB initiatives championing inclusion and encouraging you to bring your whole self to work
• Financial planning assistance with certified professionals
• Peer recognition programs

What you’ll do…

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-level network architecture
• Provide technical leadership and serve as SME across multiple network platforms
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues to ensure optimal performance
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to align solutions with business objectives
• Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation
• Stay current on emerging networking technologies and best practices

What you’ll bring…

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field preffered but will consider appropriate experience and/or certifications
• 8–10 years of experience in network engineering or architecture
• Proven track record designing and supporting enterprise-level network infrastructures
• Expertise in Arista, Cisco ACI, Velocloud SD-WAN, VMware NSX, and Linux-based appliances
• Strong knowledge of protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF)
• Experience with network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible)
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (Grafana, Splunk)
• Cloud networking experience in Azure/AWS with hybrid connectivity
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Industry certifications (CCNP, CCIE, CISSP) preferred

Salary range is $102,600-$154,000 per year

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not currently or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
COCC is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. All applicants are required to pass a credit, background, and substance test prior to employment. COCC procures background and consumer reports in compliance with all Federal and State regulations, including The Fair Credit Reporting Act and applicable Department of Labor laws regarding pre-employment screens. COCC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a community of inclusion, and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
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