Network Engineer with ISP/Telecom experience- remote

Job Title: Network Engineer Position Overview: We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support ongoing network operations and transition initiatives within a service provider environment. This role will be helping maintain and evolve existing network infrastructure while supporting long-term transformation efforts. Key Responsibilities: Support day-to-day operations and maintenance of a Cisco-based network environment, ensuring stability across existing infrastructure during a multi-year transition. Provide routing expertise within a service provider network, including troubleshooting, optimization, and augmentation of current deployments. Assist with network evolution efforts, contributing to the migration toward the company s standardized network topology over time. Collaborate with internal engineering teams to maintain performance KPIs and avoid disruption to ongoing network initiatives. Required Qualifications: Strong hands-on experience with Cisco routing in service provider environments (SR-level expertise preferred) Experience with Cisco firewalls and network security fundamentals Solid understanding of routing, switching, and network infrastructure operations Ability to work within live production environments focused on maintenance and continuity Experience supporting or transitioning legacy networks to standardized architectures Preferred Qualifications: Exposure to access layer technologies (Nokia, Adtran) Background in ISP or telecommunications environments Experience working in contract-to-hire or hybrid team settings Additional Notes: Ideal candidate will bring strong Cisco service provider routing experience, as this is the primary gap on the team.