Sr. Specialist, Network Systems Engineering

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Position Summary (Purpose of job):  

 

The Network Systems Engineer – Level 4 plays a strategic role in shaping McKesson’s enterprise network architecture to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing connectivity across global operations. This position is responsible for leading complex design initiatives, defining standards, and driving innovation through automation and emerging technologies. Operating within a regulated environment, this role ensures compliance with security and operational frameworks while enabling business continuity and transformation. 

This role contributes to enterprise architecture alignment, technology roadmaps, and governance for network infrastructure. It involves evaluating new solutions, optimizing existing environments, and collaborating with senior stakeholders to influence strategic decisions. This role provides advanced technical leadership in network engineering practices and ensures operational excellence through resilient designs and proactive risk management. 

 

 

Key Responsibilities:  

• Architect and implement enterprise network solutions for hybrid cloud and on‑prem environments, ensuring scalability, security, and resilience. 
• Define network standards, policies, and governance frameworks to align with enterprise architecture and compliance requirements. 
• Lead technology evaluations, proof‑of‑concepts, and vendor assessments to support strategic infrastructure decisions. 
• Drive automation and orchestration strategies for provisioning, configuration, and monitoring across global environments. 
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for systemic issues; implement long-term corrective actions. 
• Oversee capacity planning, performance optimization, and high-availability design patterns for critical services. 
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation, design patterns, and operational guidelines for network infrastructure. 
• Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture, Security, and Infrastructure teams to ensure alignment with business priorities and regulatory standards. 
• Provide advanced support for change and incident management processes, including risk assessments and impact analysis for complex initiatives. 
• Influence strategic planning and contribute to infrastructure roadmaps that enable innovation and operational excellence. 

 

Minimum Requirement : Degree or equivalent and typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience.

Critical Skills:

• Expert-level knowledge of networking protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, Load-balancing, GSLB/DNS, WAF, API Gateway, and advanced routing/switching. 
• Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise network architectures across hybrid cloud and global environments. 
• Strong understanding of network security principles, compliance frameworks, and regulatory requirements. 
• Proven skills in automation and orchestration using tools such as Ansible, Python, or similar technologies. 
• Ability to lead complex incident resolution and perform systemic root cause analysis for critical infrastructure issues. 
• Expertise in capacity planning, performance optimization, and high-availability design strategies. 
• Strong documentation and governance skills for architectural standards and operational procedures. 
• Effective communication and influencing skills for engaging senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams. 

 

 

Candidate must be authorized to work in the U.S, now or in the future, without the support from McKesson.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$119,300 - $198,900

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