Principal IT Engineer – Networking

SHI International Corp.

Principal network engineer designing and operating Cisco and Meraki enterprise networks for SHI, a global IT solutions provider. Leading wireless, LAN/WAN, automation, incident resolution, and network roadmap planning.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeAustin • New Jersey, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $180,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing, implementing, and operating Cisco and Meraki wired and wireless networks, with a strong focus on network performance, security integrations, and automation. Proven ability to mentor junior engineers and lead cross-functional collaboration to enhance network reliability and efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cisco Network DesignMeraki Wireless SolutionsLayer 2 and Layer 3 TroubleshootingNetwork Automation with PowerShell or PythonCisco ISE Integration

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Hard Skills

Enterprise Network EngineeringRouting and SwitchingNetwork Segmentation802.1X and RADIUS/TACACS+Network Performance AnalysisCloud NetworkingNetwork Monitoring ToolsIncident ManagementChange ManagementWireless LAN Design

Soft Skills

Analytical Problem-SolvingStrong CommunicationCollaborationMentoringAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

ServiceNowRF and Spectrum Analysis ToolsNetwork Monitoring ToolsAPIsConfiguration Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CCNACCNPMeraki CMNA

Industry Keywords

Enterprise NetworkingNetwork ReliabilityIdentity and Access ManagementHigh AvailabilityNetwork Resiliency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudFirewallsITSMPythonServiceNowSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, and operate enterprise network solutions focused on Cisco and Meraki wired and wireless technologies
Ensure day-to-day reliability and performance of campus and branch connectivity
Partner with security and infrastructure teams to integrate identity and access controls such as Cisco ISE
Drive continuous improvement through standardization, documentation, and automation
Lead incident triage, escalation, root-cause analysis, and resolution for network-related events
Execute network changes using established change-management practices such as ServiceNow
Design, configure, and operate Cisco and Meraki wireless LAN environments
Plan and optimize RF designs, including channel, power, roaming, and capacity
Implement SSIDs, guest access, segmentation, wireless security standards, and identity-based access controls
Design, implement, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot enterprise LAN/WAN infrastructure
Configure and optimize routing, switching, high availability, resiliency, and failover
Plan and execute upgrades, expansions, and lifecycle refreshes
Maintain monitoring, alerting, capacity tracking, asset and configuration accuracy, and routine health checks
Create and maintain network standards, diagrams, runbooks, and documentation
Automate repeatable tasks and reporting using scripts and APIs
Partner with service desk teams and junior engineers to improve troubleshooting workflows and knowledge sharing
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical direction and roadmap planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field, or relevant work experience required
10+ years of hands-on experience supporting and engineering enterprise networks
Expert-level Layer 2 and Layer 3 enterprise networking troubleshooting
Advanced ability to design, operate, and optimize Cisco and/or Meraki wired and wireless enterprise networks
Strong understanding of routing, switching, high availability, and network resiliency
Proficiency with 802.1X, RADIUS/TACACS+, identity and access integrations, and network segmentation
Ability to analyze network performance using telemetry and monitoring tools
Experience managing firewalls, including policy configuration, NAT, VPN, and traffic analysis
Knowledge of cloud networking, including VPC/VNet design, routing, VPN connectivity, and security controls
Familiarity with IT service management processes for incident, problem, and change management
Scripting and automation capability using PowerShell, Python, or APIs
Strong communication and analytical problem-solving skills
Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders
Ability to mentor and develop junior engineers
Ability to prioritize and adapt in a dynamic environment
Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and operating Cisco and/or Meraki wired and wireless environments
Preferred Cisco certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, and/or Meraki CMNA
Experience with Cisco ISE design and policy administration
Experience performing wireless surveys and using RF and spectrum analysis tools
Experience with network automation, configuration management, or infrastructure tooling

Benefits

Comp & perks

Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities
Health, wellness, and financial benefits
Medical benefits
Vision benefits
Dental benefits
401K
Flexible spending
World-class facilities and the technology needed to thrive, in offices or remotely