What you'll do:

The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining the network infrastructure that keeps Lakepointe Church connected and operational across all campuses. This is a dual-role position — you will function as both a network architect when new systems need to be built or upgraded, and as the primary network administrator keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. You will work alongside ministry teams, staff, and vendors to ensure reliable, secure, and scalable network performance in a fast-moving, mission-driven environment.

**NOTE: This is not a Systems Administrator / DevOps Position**

Network Design & Engineering

• Design, implement, and document LAN, WAN, and wireless network architectures across all church campuses
• Plan and execute network upgrades, expansions, and migrations with minimal disruption to church operations
• Configure and manage routing protocols, VLANs, switching, and firewall policies
• Evaluate and recommend hardware, software, and service providers to meet organizational needs
• Develop and maintain network architecture diagrams and technical documentation

Network Administration & Operations

• Monitor network performance, availability, and security on a daily basis using appropriate toolsets
• Manage DNS, DHCP, IP address management, and network access controls
• Administer firewalls, switches, wireless access points, and VPN infrastructure
• Respond to network-related incidents and outages, troubleshoot root causes, and implement permanent fixes
• Patch and update network devices on a consistent maintenance schedule

Security & Compliance

• Apply network security best practices including segmentation, access control, and intrusion detection
• Support the organization's cybersecurity posture by working within established policies and frameworks
• Assist with risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and remediation efforts
• Ensure appropriate separation between guest, staff, and ministry production networks

AV & Event Support

• Collaborate with production and media teams to support network-dependent AV systems for services and events
• Provide network support for live streaming, broadcast, and campus-wide digital signage infrastructure
• Participate in on-call rotation for weekend services and special events as needed

Collaboration & Communication

• Work cross-functionally with ministry staff, vendors, and external partners to deliver technology solutions
• Communicate technical information clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Mentor junior IT staff and contribute to a collaborative, service-oriented team culture

Skills & Experience you’ve had:

Required

• 5-7 years of hands-on experience in network engineering and/or administration
• Demonstrated proficiency with enterprise switching, routing, wireless, and firewall platforms
• Experience with vendors such as Cisco, Meraki, Fortinet, Ubiquiti, or Palo Alto
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLAN design, QoS, and VPN technologies
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, event-driven environment
• Strong documentation habits and attention to detail

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field — or equivalent professional experience
• Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent
• Experience in a multi-site or multi-campus environment
• Familiarity with SD-WAN, cloud networking (Azure, AWS), and zero-trust security models
• Experience supporting AV-over-IP, streaming infrastructure, or broadcast network environments
• Prior experience in a church, non-profit, or education setting is a plus but not required

Embody all Lakepointe Leadership Behaviors:

• Love and follow Jesus
• Honor up, down, and all around
• Make it fun
• Reject good for great
• Whatever it takes
• Love Lakepointe 

AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT:
By submitting my resume to Lakepointe Church for potential employment I acknowledge that if hired, I will be an employment-at-will employee.  I will be subject to dismissal or discipline without notice or cause, at the discretion of the employer.  I understand that no representative of the church, other than the Director of People Operations, Senior Pastor, or Elder Board have the authority to change the terms of an at-will employment and that any change can only occur with written notification.

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