Associate Principal Network Engineering

The OCC

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Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Chicago, ILDallas, TX
Salary
$108,600–$154,500 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $132k
$97k most similar roles pay here $217k

This role pays less than 78% of similar roles. Most pay $138,571–$202,214 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $132k versus about $170k for comparable roles.

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About The OCC

The OCC (Options Clearing Corporation) is the world''s largest equity derivatives clearing organization, acting as issuer and guarantor for options and futures contracts to promote stability and market integrity. Industry: Financial Clearing & Derivatives

The OCC currently has 34 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $122,900–$176,800 across 27 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Associate Principal Network Engineering

As an Associate Principal, Network Engineering, you will join the team to support, administer, and oversee the design and analysis of new and existing network architectures. You will manage routing and switching configurations, Cisco FTD and Checkpoint firewall administration, Cisco ACI management, and F5 LTM systems while performing business continuity planning. Your daily work involves developing system specifications, coordinating complex installation projects with vendors, and maintaining infrastructure for both on-premise and cloud environments. You will utilize a technical stack including BGP, OSPF, ISIS, and platforms such as IOS, NX-OS, and XR. The role requires expertise in AWS and Azure connectivity within hybrid infrastructures, along with potential automation via Python or Ansible. You will solve complex networking problems to ensure security, performance, and compliance with NIST-CSF and COBIT governance frameworks.

What you'll do

  • Manage the lifecycle of network infrastructure including routing, switching, and Cisco FTD/Checkpoint firewalls.
  • Administer Cisco ACI and F5 LTM systems within hybrid on-premise and cloud environments.
  • Support and maintain cloud connectivity solutions specifically for AWS and Azure platforms.
  • Perform advanced network troubleshooting using packet capture and analysis to ensure daily operations.
  • Develop system specifications and technical implementation plans for complex infrastructure projects.
  • Coordinate with vendors, carriers, and engineering teams to resolve issues and execute large-scale projects.
  • Maintain detailed documentation and provide on-call support to ensure business continuity.
  • Implement network changes to maintain security, performance, and compliance with NIST-CSF and COBIT frameworks.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in IT systems installation, operations, administration, and maintenance of virtualized servers and cloud systems.
  • Strong foundation in network protocols (BGP, OSPF, ISIS) and concepts (WAN/LAN/IP/VPN/IPAM/DNS).
  • Advanced experience with Cisco network products including IOS, NX-OS, XR, and FTD platforms.
  • Experience supporting F5 LTM and cloud connectivity (AWS, Azure) within hybrid infrastructure environments.
  • Strong network troubleshooting skills including packet capture and analysis.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, leadership, and project management skills.
  • Scripting experience with Python, Ansible, or GitHub (preferred).

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