Senior Network Engineer

Colonial has provided a wide range of opportunities for job candidates who are highly qualified, skilled, motivated and team players. Employees find exciting opportunities to grow and develop their careers at a stable company which offers a generous compensation and benefits package that includes annual incentive bonuses, retirement plans, insurance coverage and a host of other features that support a happy, active, productive and rewarding life. Come to Colonial, a great place to work, where people matter most, and where safety 24/7 is paramount.

Ready to work for Colonial Pipeline Company?

Are you intrigued by the thought of being part of revolutionizing the energy industry and a new era in the pipeline industry? Do you want to be a part of a company that is obsessed with excellence in everything we do? A company growing and expanding our business that is full of opportunity? If so, we are seeking smart, safety focused, and energetic professionals to join our team to help us to the next level of excellence!

What is it that we do at Colonial Pipeline Company?

Colonial Pipeline is the largest refined products pipeline in the United States, transporting more than 100 million gallons or 2.5 million barrels per day. Colonial transports various grades of gasoline, diesel fuel, home heating oil, jet fuel, and fuels for the U.S. military through a pipeline system. Colonial transports approximately 45 percent of all fuel consumed on the East Coast, providing refined products to more than 50 million Americans.

As a Senior Network Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and managing network security infrastructure across Colonial Pipeline Company. This role focuses on safeguarding network environments through firewall administration, identity and access management, and proactive security monitoring. You will partner closely with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams to ensure the network remains secure, resilient, and compliant with industry standards.

• Design, implement, and manage firewall solutions to protect network resources and prevent unauthorized access
• Develop and optimize firewall policies using platforms such as Cisco Firepower and AlgoSec
• Administer network access controls using Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)
• Monitor network security systems, identify threats or vulnerabilities, and coordinate response activities with security teams
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support compliance with security policies and industry standards
• Maintain documentation for firewall rules, network access policies, and security controls
• Provide networking support leveraging Layer 2/Layer 3 concepts including switching, routing, and VLANs
• Troubleshoot connectivity and security-related issues across the enterprise network

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in network security, with a focus on large-scale firewall environments
• Strong proficiency with network security technologies such as Cisco Firepower, Cisco ISE, and AlgoSec (or similar tools)
• Solid understanding of network protocols, routing, switching, and security best practices
• Hands-on experience in firewall policy design, network access management, and security monitoring
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10–15% as needed

• Industry certifications such as Cisco CCNP Security, Cisco Firepower, or Palo Alto certifications
• Experience with network security automation and scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell)
• Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., Cisco Splunk) and intrusion detection/prevention systems
• Experience supporting security operations and working in highly regulated environments
• Advanced experience in senior or lead-level network engineering roles

• Getting to work for a company that helps to meet our country’s energy needs and keeps us moving!
• Team members who care about each other while accomplishing remarkable things.
• Highly competitive benefits – Check out Colonial’s Total Rewards

Colonial Pipeline is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other reason prohibited by federal, state or local law.

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