Senior Network Engineer

National Grid - Hicksville, NY

Hiring: Senior Network Engineer Company: National Grid Location: Hicksville, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 15:12:55 Employment Type: Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Change Management, Digital Transformation, Linux, Python, Shell, Visual Basic, Windows Server About the job Required Skills: •Assist with designing, implementing, and maintaining WAN and LAN infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, resiliency, and scalability. •Provide technical expertise and strategic guidance on network architecture, upgrades, lifecycle management, and emerging technologies to meet evolving business needs. •Interface directly with team on network projects and complex technical workstreams, acting as an individual contributor to deliver outcomes on time and within budget. •Create and maintain comprehensive network documentation including network engineering standards, configurations, diagrams, low-level designs, implementation records, as-built documents, and operational processes. •Support major incidents, problem investigations, and escalations relating to network services or performance, driving troubleshooting to resolution and identifying structural improvements. •Support planned network changes and maintenance activities. •Optimize system performance by monitoring, troubleshooting issues, and scheduling upgrades to maintain a secure and reliable environment. •Secure mission critical systems by establishing and enforcing policies, as well as monitoring access. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering, or in a related field, or equivalent experience. •Expertise in LAN technologies, including VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, stacking, redundancy, and QoS. •Advanced working knowledge of LAN/WAN networking concepts, topologies and protocols. •Competency with network/systems security and information security concepts and technologies. •Operational familiarity with Windows server operating systems, Active Directory, and linux operating systems •Cisco CCNP or CCIE preferred •Are you the right fit for this exciting role? You want to learn more about the position and National Grid's ambitious Digital Transformation? Then let's chat! •Rewarding work and a collaborative, team-oriented culture are just the beginning •. Review our digital benefit guide at ngbenefitslivebrighter.com for full details and descriptions. •Our organization follows a hybrid work structure in our service territory (NY & MA) where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration. We work with our employees to foster a flexible work schedule. Compensation: •$122,000 - $143,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!