Design, build, and support global hybrid networks. Lead infrastructure projects, provide advanced support, and implement automation solutions with cloud technologies.
McLaren Strategic Solutions is searching for a Principal Network Engineer to design, build, and support our clients' global hybrid network, which spans data centers and cloud environments. You’ll leverage technologies like Cisco NX-OS, automation tools, and cloud networking, driving high performance, security, and innovation while leading projects and collaborating across global teams.
Responsibilities
- Architect and design high-performance, secure, and scalable data center network solutions across global environments, ensuring alignment with business needs and compliance standards.
- Lead network infrastructure projects end-to-end, including planning, implementation, change management, and operational handover, ensuring timely delivery and minimal service disruption.
- Provide tier 3/4 support and expert troubleshooting for complex issues in global data centers, WAN, LAN, and cloud networks, ensuring the stability and performance of services.
- Develop and implement network automation and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using tools like Ansible, Python, and Terraform to enhance efficiency and operational reliability.
- Establish and maintain global network standards, documentation, and performance monitoring, ensuring continuous optimization, proactive problem management, and SLA compliance.
Required Experience
- 10+ years in technical networking roles with significant data center and enterprise networking exposure
- At least 6 years working in large, global enterprise environments managing hybrid networks spanning data centers, WAN, LAN, and cloud.
- Deep hands-on experience with Cisco technologies, including NX-OS, NDFC, DNA Center, and security platforms like Cisco Firepower and Fortinet
- Strong background in cloud networking across major providers (Azure, AWS, GCP), including designing and troubleshooting cloud route tables, VPNs, and hybrid connectivity
- Proven expertise in troubleshooting complex network issues, performing root cause analysis, and leading high-impact network projects from conception to deployment.
McLaren Strategic Solutions is a leading-edge global technology consulting firm, addressing critical challenges across industries such as retail, financial services, and healthcare. Integrating a powerful ecosystem of platforms with capital-efficient execution, McLaren specializes in digital transformation to help businesses optimize operations, accelerate revenue, and achieve scalable outcomes. McLaren’s expertise spans the development of customer-centric applications, modernizing systems for cost-effectiveness and security, and leveraging cloud scalability for future-ready architectures. With a deep commitment to operational excellence, McLaren provides comprehensive managed services, including application maintenance, cybersecurity, platform solutions, and AI-optimized operations, ensuring seamless, secure, and efficient performance.
From supply chain automation to compliance and analytics, McLaren drives measurable impact: improving workforce productivity, reducing inventory costs, and cutting technology ownership expenses. With its emphasis on automation and zero business downtime, McLaren facilitates seamless migrations from legacy systems to modern platforms, enabling organizations to harness the full potential of digital transformation. Backed by strategic partnerships and a proven delivery model, McLaren empowers clients to innovate, modernize, and achieve lasting success in today’s digital economy.
McLaren is a certified minority owned business through the NMSDC and has a mission to place more people from non-traditional backgrounds into sustainable technology careers. Through partnerships with non-profit technology programs in underserved communities and Veteran organizations, candidates transition from tech training programs into real IT careers at McLaren. Our unique recruitment policy allows us to create exceptional teams, bringing a broad spectrum of experience to our company and creating anything but a traditional consulting firm.
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Top Skills
Ansible
AWS
Azure
Cisco Firepower
Cisco Nx-Os
Fortinet
GCP
Python
Terraform
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