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.
Skills Required
- Proven experience as a network engineer focused on routing, switching, and Cisco Wi-Fi
- Deep understanding of QoS, BGP, OSPF, HSRP, 802.11, 802.1X, and IPsec
- Hands-on experience with network monitoring, diagnostics, and analytics tools, including Cisco ThousandEyes
- University degree in Computer Science or a related subject
- Experience with Cisco switches, routers, firewalls, Catalyst Center, ISE, and Wi-Fi
- Knowledge of Cisco SD-WAN, SD-Access, Catalyst Center, and ISE
- Network firewall policy administration experience
- Hands-on automation and scripting experience using tools such as Ansible
- Professional certification such as CCNA or CCNP
- Advanced Excel skills
- Documentation skills; Visio experience is a plus
- Strong problem-solving, communication, presentation, independent work, teamwork, and multitasking skills
- Automation experience
BlackRock Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off (no fixed PTO bank) with manager approval is highlighted alongside separate sick and bereavement leave, signaling broad time-off options. Feedback suggests this high‑trust approach is a notable strength among large employers.
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Parental & Family Support — Gender‑neutral U.S. parental leave offers up to 16 weeks for primary caregivers and up to 4 weeks for non‑primary caregivers, plus a two‑week flexible return‑to‑work transition. Backup child/elder care, fertility/adoption/surrogacy assistance, and lactation support are also emphasized.
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Retirement Support — Offerings include 401(k)/retirement savings plans, financial counseling/education, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, complemented by programs like tuition assistance and student‑loan/college‑savings support where applicable. Feedback suggests these components form a strong financial‑wellness package.
BlackRock Insights
What We Do
As the world’s largest asset manager, BlackRock partners with investors around the globe to help them (and those on whose behalf they invest) plan for life’s most important goals – like retirement, home ownership and their children’s education. Our clients range from governments, foundations and other large institutions to those investing on behalf of individuals, including firefighters, nurses, teachers and factory workers. BlackRock was founded with the idea of creating a better asset management firm — one that was purpose-driven, focused on clients and risk management, and propelled by data and technology. Our breakthrough Aladdin® platform is BlackRock’s technological backbone, helping investors see and manage their whole portfolios in one place – from constructing investments to monitoring risk and executing trades. Used by hundreds of external institutions around the world, Aladdin combines powerful analytics and a common language to help investment teams make faster, more informed decisions across public and private markets. It’s a key part of our business and one of the reasons we’re trusted to manage more assets than any other investment manager today. At BlackRock, we challenge conventions and raise the bar for what’s possible. We harness technology to unlock new solutions, simplify complexity, and deliver investment strategies that meet people where they are. Whether it’s retirement planning, wealth building or navigating market shifts, we’re here to help clients invest more easily, more affordably and with more choice as we chart a path toward financial well-being together. Learn more: Careers.BlackRock.com
Why Work With Us
Without our people, technology is irrelevant. When we combine the power of people with the power of technology, we amplify our ability to create better outcomes for our employees, clients, shareholders and society alike.
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