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IQVIA · 17 hours ago

Senior Network Systems Engineer

positionDurham, NC
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$76K/yr - $190K/yr
date7+ years exp

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services and healthcare intelligence. The Senior Network Systems Engineer will implement and support complex hybrid network infrastructures, ensuring alignment with enterprise security standards and performance optimization goals.

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Responsibilities

Support SDN solutions, focusing on Cisco ACI across multiple data centers
Integrate AI-driven network monitoring and predictive analytics
Serve as a senior technical advisor to Tier 2 engineers, providing mentorship and consultation
Provide expert-level support during major incidents, including root cause analysis and resolution planning
Translate Global Network Support (GNS) standards into actionable low-level designs, including hardware quoting and documentation
Partner with Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Global Real Estate teams to integrate new acquisitions into IQVIA’s network standards
Lead network buildouts, office restack implementations, and refresh initiatives
Lead strategic network projects across departments, regions, and time zones
Automate implementations across platforms: Generate and deploy F5 configurations, Palo Alto firewall rules, and Cisco ACI policies through Ansible, Python, Terraform, and/or API-driven automation
Implement CI/CD pipelines to validate and roll out network and security changes safely and repeatably
Implement and support network segmentation strategies for zero-trust architectures and compliance mandates
Oversee incident response and escalation workflows, ensuring timely resolution and stakeholder communication
Maintain DNS (BIND), IPAM, and domain name services across enterprise environments with automation-first principles
Support branch office automation initiatives using Cisco DNA Center and other vendor platforms

Qualification

Software-defined networkingInfrastructure-as-codeLinux networkingRouting technologiesNetwork segmentationCloud networkingPacket capture analysisCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaborationMentorship

Required

Extensive experience with software-defined networking technologies (Cisco ACI, SoNIC, Cumulus Linux, or equivalent), including the ability to: Deploy Cisco ACI fabric including spine-leaf topology, APIC controllers, and policy-based configurations
Configure multi-pod and multi-site Cisco ACI environments for scalability and redundancy
Implement L4–L7 service insertion using service graphs and contracts
In-depth understanding of Linux networking, kernel-based switching, and open-source routing stacks (FRR, BIRD, and Quagga)
Proven experience developing and deploying infrastructure-as-code for network and security platforms (Ansible, Terraform, Git, YAML, JSON)
Experience automating configurations and policy enforcement across: Cisco ACI and DNA Center, F5 load balancers (iControl REST, AS3 templates), Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama (REST and XML APIs)
Proficiency in routing and overlay technologies (BGP, EIGRP, VXLAN/EVPN, OSPF, etc) and switching
Experience in SDWAN deployments and support
Understanding of network segmentation, zero-trust access, and security frameworks
Familiarity with cloud networking platforms including AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute, and hybrid/on-prem cloud solutions
Experience with packet capture analysis, network monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity planning
Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
Ability to foster effective working relationships across global teams and drive consensus in complex environments
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience
Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in network engineering, architecture, and support
Minimum of 3 years hands-on experience with software-defined networking, Linux, and infrastructure as code methodologies

Preferred

Certifications: Cisco (CCNA/P), cross-platform automation and/or Linux certifications preferred but not required

Benefits

Incentive plans
Bonuses
Other forms of compensation
A range of health and welfare and/or other benefits

Company

IQVIA

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IQVIA provides analytics, compliance, and management solutions to the life sciences industry.
dateFounded in 1982
location
Danbury, Connecticut, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.iqvia.com

H1B Sponsorship

IQVIA has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (167)
2024 (294)
2023 (261)
2022 (229)
2021 (208)
2020 (180)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.5B
2025-06-02Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-11-14Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2023-05-18Post Ipo Debt· $1B

Leadership Team

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Chris Colapietro
Vice President, Customer Engagement
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Jonathan Morris
VP & GM US Healthcare
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