About this role

The Network Engineer Consultant will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the network infrastructure of our organization. This role requires a deep understanding of routing and switching technologies to ensure the efficient and secure transfer of data across the network. It will support the BlackRock Unified Communication (UC) teams’ program of work focusing on network engineering aspects.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement functional network infrastructure (routing, switching, Wi-Fi) that ensures the integrity and availability of information and access.
• Work alongside the UC team covering network aspects for the delivery of Microsoft Teams solutions.
• Supporting the UC teams migration of on-prem Cisco UC infrastructure to Cisco hosted or Cloud solutions.
• QoS implementations to aid the changing UC landscape with and Wide Area Network capacity planning and upgrades
• Rollout of Cisco ThousandEyes monitoring across the BlackRock network
• Troubleshoot network issues and outages, schedule upgrades, and collaborate with network architects on network optimization.
• Update network equipment to the latest firmware releases.
• Report network operational status by gathering and prioritizing information.
• Manage and lead routing and switching projects, including the configuring and installation of new hardware, software, and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS), and the creation of policies and procedures related to network hardware and software.
• Provide technical support and consultation for IT and end-user departments.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer focusing on routing, switching, Cisco WiFi
• Deep understanding of networking protocols (e.g., QoS, BGP, OSPF, HSRP, 802.11, 802.1x, IPSEC).
• Hands-on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic, and network analytics tools including Cisco ThousandEyes.
• Knowledge of Cisco SD-WAN, SD-Access, Catalysts Center and ISE a plus
• Network firewall policy administration a plus
• Hands-on experience of automation/scripting and configuration management tools such as Ansible
• University degree in Computer Science or a related subject.
• Professional certification (e.g., CCNA, CCNP) is preferred.
• Experience with Cisco: switches, routers, firewalls, Catalyst Center, ISE, WiFi.

Desirable skills:

• Advanced Excel skills.
• Documentation skills. (Visio a plus)
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask.

Automation experience.

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

Guidance on AI use for candidates

At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being.  Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.