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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** CareerCircle - **Location:** Middletown, OH, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $83,200.0 - $124,800.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Ethernet, Failover, Networking Hardware, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Network Layer, Microsoft Visio, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, Zero Trust Network Access, TCP/IP, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Software Technical Review, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Wireless Access Point, Network Switches, Network Routing, Network Routers, Identity Services Engine, Network Access Control, Computer Network Technologies, Software Troubleshooting, Juniper, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Patch Management, Cisco - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/oh/middletown/c198d6ae-4fc6-416e-9691-e43b687a689f ## About the Role The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, enjoys hands-on deployment work, and has experience executing network lifecycle upgrade projects from planning through validation., Top Skills * Cisco switch installation, replacement, and configuration * Experience supporting network lifecycle or end-of-life refresh projects * Ability to execute projects from pre-cutover through installation and validation * Strong ability to work independently and manage deployment tasks with minimal supervision, * 4+ years of network engineering or network infrastructure experience * Hands-on experience with Cisco switching environments * Strong understanding of: + TCP/IP + LAN/WAN networking + VLANs + Layer 2/Layer 3 switching concepts * Experience installing and troubleshooting copper and fiber cabling * Ability to work in IDF/MDF closets and industrial environments * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, * Cisco ISE * SolarWinds * Network documentation using Visio * Experience working in manufacturing, industrial, or plant environments * Experience with network access control technologies, Failover Operations Automation Scalability Market Data Communication Cyber Security Network Routing Ancient History Needs Assessment Computer Science Network Switches Network Security Patch Management Technical Support Incident Response CompTIA Security+ Security Clearance Network Management Network Monitoring Engineering Support Networking Hardware Network Engineering Network Architecture Operational Planning Information Technology Electrical Engineering Operational Efficiency Network Infrastructure Communications Systems Cyber Security Systems Network Troubleshooting Cybersecurity Compliance Software Technical Review Telecommunications Networks Standard Operating Procedure Juniper Network Technologies Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Network Performance Management Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Cisco Certified Network Associate Cisco Certified Network Professional Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate Certified Information Systems Security Professional Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI Clearance) +0 ## Description Ethernet, Operations Leadership Network Layer Problem Solving Network Routing Cisco Switching Network Switches Business Valuation Wide Area Networks Business Continuity Networking Hardware Network Engineering Full Stack Development Network Infrastructure Network Access Control Artificial Intelligence Business Transformation Network Performance Management Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), We are seeking a hands-on Network Engineer to support critical network infrastructure refresh initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This role will focus on replacing end-of-life network equipment, deploying new Cisco infrastructure, and ensuring reliable connectivity across operational sites., * Support network lifecycle refresh projects, including replacement of end-of-life Cisco switching infrastructure * Configure, stage, install, and validate network equipment including switches, routers, and wireless access points * Execute pre-cutover, cutover, and post-cutover activities to ensure seamless network transitions * Perform rack-and-stack installations, cabling, equipment replacement, and hardware troubleshooting * Validate connectivity and network performance following deployments * Coordinate with local operations teams and remote network engineering resources * Troubleshoot network issues and support break/fix activities as needed * Assist with moves, adds, changes, and ongoing infrastructure maintenance * Travel to nearby facilities on occasion to support project deployments, TEKsystems Middletown, OH*Hybrid Planning Ethernet Operations Leadership Network Layer Problem Solving Network Routing Cisco Switching Network Switches Business Valuation Wide Area Networks Business Continuity Networking Hardware Network Engineering Full Stack Development Network Infrastructure Network Access Control Artificial Intelligence Business Transformation Network Performance Management Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) +0 ## Related Videos - [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) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [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) ## Related Articles - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)