Sr. Network Engineer

Alternate Locations: Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Omaha, NE (Nebraska); Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania)

  Work Arrangement:

Hybrid : Employee will work 3 days a week in a Lincoln office

Relocation assistance:  is not available for this opportunity.

Requisition #:  75071

The Role at a Glance

Lincoln Financial is seeking a highly motivated hands-on technical individual to join our Network Delivery Operations Team. You will play an integral part in deploying, operating, and scaling the network infrastructure that provides high availability, performance, and security. In this position you will provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise for a variety of technologies during projects, day-to-day deliverables and the triaging of complex problems. You will work with the Architecture and Engineering Team providing feedback on futured esigns in LAN/WAN, Data Center services, Security, IPsec B2B, remote access VPN and voice utilizing the following technologies: F5 Load Balancers, Netscaler load balancers, Cisco Nexus, Cisco Catalyst, Cisco ISE, Cisco Wireless, Infoblox DDI, and Palo Alto Firewalls.

What you'll be doing

• Provide functional leadership and mentorship for network staff
• Implement and support Cisco ISE services
• Implement and support Cisco Wireless infrastructure.
• Implement, monitor, and support Cisco (IOS & NX-OS) Routing and Switching for our regional Data Centers and multi-site enterprise environment.
• Develop, Maintain, and support Palo Alto firewalls to ensure optimal performance and security
• AWS and Azure AD networking services
• Proxy services and PAC utilization
• Provides advance level support for customer network related issues. (Enterprise network, Data Center, remote VPN connectivity, IPSEC B2B, cloud networking services AWS and Azure AD, DNS, and ISP carrier related issues)
• Analyzes utilizing network tools to investigate and remediate pending network issues for internal and inter-site connectivity issues working with the appropriate teams to resolve all issues
• Create and maintain detailed documentation and diagrams for the network infrastructure

What we’re looking for

Must-Haves:

• BigIP F5 LTM and GTM infrastructure System Engineer
• BigIP F5 GTM & LTM System Engineer
• Cisco IP Network and Network Security Solutions and infrastructure, BGP routing design and implementation
• Cisco Nexus, Cisco ACI, Cisco UCS, WAN / IP Addressing /SDN designs and implementations
• Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and Identity Services Engine (ISE) solutions and infrastructure
• Symantec (Bluecoat) Forward Proxy and Checkpoint Firewall, Intrusion Detection/Prevention
• Internet connectivity design, Distributed Denial of Service (DDOS) technologies and solutions
• Checkpoint Firewalls and/or Palo Alto Firewalls
• Should have knowledge of Visio, Microsoft: Word, Excel, PPT, and Outlook
• 4 Year/bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience (5-7+ years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's) in Enterprise IP Network and Network Security architecture, design, and implementation as related to network technologies, solutions, services and infrastructure that directly aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position including the following technologies

Nice-to-haves

• Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert (CCIE) – Routing and Switching or Data Center
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) – Routing and Switching or Data Center
• Symantec (Bluecoat) Certified Specialist (SCS)
• Palo Alto Certified Network Security Engineer (PACNSE)
• Checkpoint Certified Security Expert (CCSE)
• Infoblox Core DDI Advanced Troubleshooting (CDAT)

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through 12/19/2025 subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

What’s it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future. 

What’s in it for you:

• Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes

• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

• PTO/parental leave

• Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program

• Tuition assistance program

• Work arrangements that work for you

• Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is $93,300 - $169,700 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services. 

With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach. 

Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice. 

Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Additional Information

This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

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Lincoln Financial ("Lincoln" or "the Company") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability. Opportunities throughout Lincoln are available to employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling 260-455-2558.

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