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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer I - **Company:** Nebraska Furniture Mart, Inc. - **Location:** Omaha, NE, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $65,266.0 - $106,851.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** IBM AIX, VoIP, Business Software, Unix, Cisco Unified Communications Manager, CompTIA Network+, Computer Networks, System Configuration, Data Mapping, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Networking Hardware, Internet Standard, IP Routing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Simple Mail Transfer Protocols, Microsoft Visio, Windows Servers, Routing, TCP/IP, Wireless Access Point, Wireless Networks, Computer Networking Systems, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Hardware Infrastructure, Cisco Switches, Cisco, Network Optimization - **Published:** July 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a3e3d521cdaef75a ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in IT, related field or equivalent experience * 0 - 2 years experience in network or systems administration or engineering preferred * CompTIA Network + or Current Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) strongly desired * Knowledge of current software protocols, and Internet standards, including TCP/IP, WWW, DNS, SMTP, FTP, Network, and Security Protocols, etc. * Working knowledge of network and PC operating systems, including Microsoft Windows Servers, AIX, UNIX or Linux a plus * Maintains a basic understanding of the basics behind the Internet and its workings (DNS, Security, IP Routing, HTTP, VPN, Email Routing, SPAM, etc.) * Knowledge of VoIP implementation and support and Cisco Unified Communication - experience with configuration and infrastructure a plus * Knowledge of installing, configuring, and maintaining all manners of server hardware, end user devices and associated network equipment. * Competence with testing, flowchart, and data mapping tools and procedures, including Microsoft Visio. * Ability to obtain additional certifications required by management * Ability to respond to needs of the customer for installation, maintenance and equipment malfunctions * Excellent oral and written communication skills * Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task * Ability to work nights, weekends and/or early morning hours based on business needs * Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the USA on a full-time basis. NFM will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position * Pre-employment screening includes, but isn't limited to, criminal background check ## Description As NFM's Network Engineer I, you will be responsible for ensuring the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of in-house network systems that support core organizational functions. This is achieved by the installation, configuration and maintenance of networked systems (e.g., voice, data, wireless, etc). This position requires the candidate to reside in NE, IA, KS, MO, or TX. Final candidates will be required to come on-site prior to receiving an offer or on their first day of employment., * Monitor: Maximize network performance by monitoring performance and troubleshooting network problems and outages * Maintain: Uphold and enhance job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks and participating in professional organizations * Collaborate: Meet with network architects on network optimization * Ensure: Confirm network stability through Installation, setup, and configuring complex switching environments including Cisco Switches, Cisco Wireless Access Points, and Security appliances for access to vital business applications * Communicate: Respond to inquiries from staff, administrators, service providers, site personnel and outside vendors to provide technical assistance and support Your work will directly impact our ability to help people create a lifestyle they love, for the people they love-because that's what we love. ## Related Videos - [Getting under the skin: The Social Engineering techniques](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/38-getting-under-the-skin-the-social-engineering-techniques) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [The Time Paradox: Building Timezone-Safe Python/Django Applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1915-the-time-paradox-building-timezone-safe-python-django-applications) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [Coffee with Developers - Robby Russell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/917-coffee-with-developers-robby-russell) ## Related Articles - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [How should you format your IT resume?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/68-how-should-you-format-your-it-resume) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again)