Network Engineer support -Tampa, FL 1000974
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Job description
We are seeking a Network Engineer - Field Support to provide handson network engineering and troubleshooting across multiple industrial and operational sites. This role is focused on physical network infrastructure, onsite deployments, and fieldbased support, rather than remoteonly network administration.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working in industrial environments, is highly selfsufficient in the field, and brings strong experience with Cisco networking technologies, firewall platforms, and onsite troubleshooting. Environment & Scope
- Support multiple facilities including industrial plants and operational sites
- Facilities vary from clean, modern buildings to harsh industrial and mining environments
- Heavy Ciscobased network environment, including:
- Cisco switches and routers
- Cisco wireless access points
- Check Point firewalls
- Poly video conferencing systems
- Work closely with an internal team and a Managed Service Provider (MSP), FieldBased Network Support
- Perform onsite network troubleshooting, maintenance, and hardware replacement
- Conduct structured cabling cleanup, cable management, and labeling
- Replace aging or failed switches and network hardware
- Inspect wiring, validate connectivity, and resolve physicallayer issues
- Configure and deploy new network infrastructure to replace legacy equipment
Network Engineering & Operations
- Engineer, configure, and deploy routers, Layer 2/Layer 3 switches, firewalls, and WLAN infrastructure
- Troubleshoot complex issues involving routing, switching, wireless, and firewall functionality
- Perform postdeployment testing to ensure network availability and performance
- Monitor and analyze network performance metrics such as latency, throughput, packet loss, and jitter
Wireless & Collaboration Support
- Replace and deploy wireless access points, including ceilingmounted installations
- Support and troubleshoot video conferencing and collaboration systems
- Assist onsite users with basic networkrelated troubleshooting and connectivity issues
Documentation, Standards & Collaboration
- Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and operational runbooks
- Follow established architecture standards, security baselines, and changemanagement processes
- Collaborate with internal teams, MSP partners, and vendors to resolve issues and deliver projects
- Coordinate daily activities and prioritize tasks across multiple sites
Requirements
- Associate degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
Experience
- 5+ years of handson experience in network engineering or field network support
- Experience supporting industrial, manufacturing, or operational environments preferred
- Proven ability to work independently in remote or nonoffice locations
Technical Skills
- Stronghandson experience with:
- Cisco routing and switching
- Cisco wireless infrastructure
- Check Point firewalls
- WAN, LAN, and WLAN technologies
- Experience replacing, deploying, and validating onsite network hardware
- Familiarity with VoIP and video conferencing platforms
- Ability to perform packet captures, log analysis, and structured troubleshooting
Preferred Certifications
- CCNA
- CompTIA Network+