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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer I or II - **Company:** Black Hills Energy - **Location:** Rapid City, SD, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $66,950.0 - $100,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, VoIP, Cable Modem, Cisco Routers, Modems, System Configuration, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Ethernet, Networking Hardware, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Network Diagnostics, Network Protocols, Network Routers, System Availability, Firewalls (Computer Science), Cisco - **Published:** July 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17509947?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17509947%2FNetwork-Engineer-I-Or-Ii-South-Dakota-Rapid-City ## About the Role * Associate's Degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience * Minimum of 1 year of experience in an IT support environment * Sufficient communications skills (written/verbal) to develop appropriate technology solutions to business needs. * This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards. * This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time. Level II: * Associate's Degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience * Minimum of 3 years of experience in network engineering and operations. * Demonstrated advanced knowledge of network designs, security protocols, software and technologies. * Demonstrated in-depth understanding and experience configuring and maintaining networking hardware such as routers, switches, firewalls, etc. * Expert understanding of common IP protocols. * Advanced knowledge in Windows and Linux Operating Systems. * Excellent verbal and written communications skills to develop appropriate technology solutions to business needs. * Ability to evaluate and recommend new technologies for improving system security, reliability, performance, scalability or management of network infrastructure systems. * Ability to work independently on multiple tasks with minimal supervision in a fast-paced business environment. * This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards. * This role will be required to travel up to 10% of the time. What Is Desired: * Basic understanding of Cisco network designs and protocols. * Basic understanding of all common IP protocols. * Knowledgeable in Windows and Linux Operating Systems. * Basic understanding of the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, of routers and switches. * Experienced using network diagnostic software and equipment., Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at jobs@blackhillscorp.com. ## Description Network Engineers I will assist senior level staff with equipment installations, problem resolution, vendor management, technical planning, cross-functional communications, and on-call support as required. Qualified candidates are expected to work independently on multiple tasks with minimal supervision, in a fast-paced business environment., * Troubleshoot and support Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls. * System administration and support experience with Cisco IP Telephony systems. * Ability to design, test, implement and support high level network designs. * Work with service providers to install and support voice, data, and Internet circuits (POTS lines, DSL, Cable Modems, DS1, DS3/Ethernet/cable modem/DSL). * Understand and follow network documentation/diagrams. * Assist with installing, terminating, and testing cabling. * Work with the Helpdesk to troubleshoot and resolve issues. * Maintain a high availability, security focused enterprise network environment. * Assist senior staff to develop detailed technical designs and implementation strategies for key technology areas. Additional Responsibilities: * Adhere to internal processes related to change management, internal audit, human resources and disaster recovery policies/procedures. * Support BHSC IT and BHC goals and objectives. * Support on-call rotation schedule and occasional travel as necessary to attend team meetings, training, and support remote system. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Getting under the skin: The Social Engineering techniques](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/38-getting-under-the-skin-the-social-engineering-techniques) - [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) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [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) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Finding IT & Technology English-speaking Jobs in Germany ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/446-finding-it-technology-english-speaking-jobs-in-germany) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers)