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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** CareerCircle - **Location:** Fort Collins, CO, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $124,800.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Catalyst (Software), Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Software Documentation, Complex Networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Local Area Networks, Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Protocols, Cisco Nexus Switches, TCP/IP, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Network Routing, Diagnostic Tools, Computer Networking Systems, Identity Services Engine, Enterprise Software Applications, Software Troubleshooting, Firewalls (Computer Science), SDN Network, Operational Systems, Routing & Switching, Firepower, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco, Servicenow - **Published:** August 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/co/fort-collins/4a43aeff-5deb-4d5f-ab6d-25d4d318e180 ## About the Role Communication Life Sciences Cloud Security Pharmaceuticals Network Routing Cisco firePOWER Cisco Networking Network Security Complex Networks Disaster Recovery Influencing Skills Business Valuation Wide Area Networks Network Monitoring, Network Architecture IT Service Management Full Stack Development Software Documentation Artificial Intelligence Wireless Communications Business Transformation Change Management Processes Influencing Without Authority Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Network Performance Management Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Cisco Certified Network Associate Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Cisco Certified Network Professional, We're seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support and enhance a large-scale enterprise network environment across corporate, manufacturing, and operational technology environments. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in network modernization initiatives while supporting critical business operations. If you enjoy solving complex network challenges, working with Cisco technologies, and influencing infrastructure improvements, this could be a great fit., * Cisco Routing & Switching (Catalyst and Nexus) * Cisco Firepower (FTD/FMC) * Cisco ISE Administration * LAN/WAN and SD-WAN Support * Network Security * Network Infrastructure Upgrades & Lifecycle Management, * 5+ years of enterprise network engineering experience * Strong hands-on Cisco networking experience * Experience supporting WAN, LAN, routing, switching, and wireless environments * Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and network security technologies * Strong understanding of: + TCP/IP + DNS + DHCP + VLANs + Network protocols * Experience using network monitoring and troubleshooting tools * Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills * Excellent communication skills, * Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent) * Experience in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or other regulated environments * Experience supporting Operational Technology (OT) networks * Experience with network automation initiatives * Familiarity with cloud networking and hybrid infrastructure * Experience with ServiceNow or similar ITSM platforms, * Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term growth potential * Ability to influence network architecture and modernization initiatives * Exposure to both operational support and strategic infrastructure projects * Opportunity to support business-critical manufacturing, R&D, and enterprise systems * Collaborative team environment with strong visibility across the organization Candidates must be eligible to work directly W2 for any US employer. Job Type & Location ## Description * Support and maintain enterprise WAN, LAN, wireless, and network security infrastructure * Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity * Troubleshoot and resolve network incidents, outages, and performance issues * Provide Level 2 support for network-related issues and requests * Support Cisco routing, switching, wireless, and security technologies * Participate in network upgrades, optimization projects, and modernization efforts * Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, security, and service desk teams * Maintain network documentation, standards, and diagrams * Support disaster recovery, business continuity, and resiliency initiatives * Participate in change management processes and ITIL best practices * Support manufacturing and operational technology environments as needed * Participate in an on-call rotation, Operations Resilience ServiceNow Communication Life Sciences Cloud Security Pharmaceuticals Network Routing Cisco firePOWER Cisco Networking Network Security Complex Networks Disaster Recovery Influencing Skills Business Valuation Wide Area Networks Network Monitoring Network Automation Business Operations Business Continuity Network Engineering Network Architecture IT Service Management Full Stack Development Software Documentation Artificial Intelligence Wireless Communications Business Transformation Change Management Processes Influencing Without Authority Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Network Performance Management Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Cisco Certified Network Associate Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Cisco Certified Network Professional Information Technology Infrastructure Library Software-Defined Networking Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) +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) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [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) - [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) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [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) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026)