What We’re About
At CentralSquare, we don’t just build software - we power public servants and uplift communities with Hero-Grade Technology. Every line of code, every feature we deliver helps heroes across North America protect, serve, and save lives. When you join us, you become part of a mission-driven team creating technology that makes communities safer and stronger.
Your Growth Matters. We believe heroes deserve opportunities to rise. That’s why we invest in your career with mentorship, learning programs, and clear paths for advancement. If you’re motivated, there’s no limit to how far you can go.
Your Commitment Deserves Reward. We offer competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to support your life inside and outside of work—tuition reimbursement, parental leave, paid volunteer hours, and unlimited PTO. Plus, our flexible work environment gives you the freedom to balance your heroic work with personal well-being, whether you’re in the office or remote.
Join us and help build the tools that power real-life heroes. Together, we make a difference.
TheRole
This role will lead the architecture, design, and deployment of network solutions with our Cloud Infrastructure team.
Responsibilities will include developing specifications, implementing and maintaining cloud network security architecture for systems applications, performing and managing network design upgrades and hardware reconfigurations in a hybrid environment, diagnosing and resolving routing and interconnectivity issues, and overall ensuring the availability, reliability, integrity, and efficient operation of the systems that support the AWS Cloud and hosted applications.
There will be on-call hours for this position on a rotating schedule (typically twice a month).
Job Duties:
- Responsible for the design, configuration, and implementation of the network infrastructure including, routers, switches, and firewalls
- Provides the technical designs and configurations for infrastructure security including VPN services, security policies and firewall configurations
- Experience with building and troubleshooting Site-to-Site VPNs
- Strong knowledge of all types of Network Address Translations (NAT)
- Extensive knowledge of Cisco ASA firewalls, routers and switches (Cisco IOS, NX-OS, ASA, ASDM)
- Extensive understanding of physical and logical network segmentation including VLANs and IP subnetting
- Vast knowledge in TCP/IP configurations, network addressing, and IP address management
- Skilled in network routing protocols including OSPF and BGP
- Strong expertise in troubleshooting network issues including connectivity and latency for production environments
- Ability to configure and maintain network management and monitoring systems
- Provides escalated on and off hours support for all escalated IT issues and cutovers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrate a drive and passion for continuous improvement in all aspects of work
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in areas such as Computer Systems Engineering, Network Security Management, Information Technology or Computer Science
- 7+ years proven Network Engineer experience – Particularly Cisco routing and switching
- Strong Knowledge of routing protocols – (BGP, OSPF etc.)
- Experience configuring Cisco ASA firewalls including managing firewall rules
- Experience in scripting using Python or Ansible for automation
- VPN Configuration and Troubleshooting experience
- Exposure to AWS cloud environment would be a plus
- Cisco CCNP or equivalent experience
- Strong aptitude for troubleshooting and/or isolating network related problems
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Occasionally work evenings and weekends to accommodate global customer change windows
- Certifications are a huge plus! | Cisco Certified Network Associate certifications, Professional CompTIA Network, AWS certifications, or similar
CentralSquare Technologies: Where Mission Meets Innovation
CentralSquare Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination—where all individuals are valued, supported, and provided equal opportunity to succeed.
We place a strong emphasis on supporting military veterans and their spouses and recognize the leadership, discipline, resilience, and mission-oriented mindset they bring to the workforce. The skills developed through military service—such as accountability, teamwork, adaptability, and the ability to perform under pressure—are highly valued at CentralSquare and directly contribute to our success.
In addition to our commitment to veterans, CentralSquare Technologies welcomes and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Our employees reflect a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and identities, and this diversity strengthens our ability to innovate and serve the public sector, whether through our public safety or public administration businesses. Through our technology, we support public servants and the communities they serve, and we believe our workforce should reflect those communities as well.
If you are seeking an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that impacts communities nationwide—whether continuing a legacy of service or beginning a new chapter—CentralSquare Technologies invites you to apply.
Your next mission starts here.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Systems Engineering, Network Security Management, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
- 7+ years proven Network Engineer experience, particularly Cisco routing and switching
- Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF)
- Experience configuring and managing Cisco ASA firewalls and firewall rules
- Extensive experience with Cisco platforms and tools (Cisco IOS, NX-OS, ASDM)
- Experience building and troubleshooting Site-to-Site VPNs and other VPN services
- Strong knowledge of NAT, TCP/IP, VLANs, IP subnetting, and IP address management
- Experience scripting for automation using Python or Ansible
- Ability to configure and maintain network management and monitoring systems
- Cisco CCNP certification or equivalent experience
- Exposure to AWS cloud networking environments
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to work independently and in a team
- Willingness to participate in on-call rotation and occasionally work evenings/weekends
- Additional certifications (CCNA, CompTIA Network+, AWS certifications) are a plus
CentralSquare Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CentralSquare Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by CentralSquare Technologies.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off options include unlimited PTO with manager approval and well-regarded holidays, with some teams noting an every-other-Friday cadence. Feedback suggests these policies support work-life balance when team norms are favorable.
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Flexible Benefits — A broad menu includes hybrid/remote work, volunteer time off, tuition reimbursement, and pet insurance; feedback suggests this breadth adds meaningful value beyond base pay. Offerings such as adoption assistance and tuition support expand choice across different life stages.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage options and HSA offerings are regarded positively, reinforcing a perception of solid medical, dental, and vision support. Feedback suggests the healthcare program is a relative bright spot within the overall package.
CentralSquare Technologies Insights
What We Do
CentralSquare provides technology solutions that help over 7,500 public sector agencies deliver vital safety and administrative services to 3 out of every 4 residents of the U.S. and Canada. CentralSquare’s mission is to innovate on behalf of the public sector to create the broadest and most agile software platform to help solve some of the most pressing issues facing local governments today. More information is available at www.centralsquare.com
