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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer II Organization - **Company:** Thorlabs Inc - **Location:** Newton, NJ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $96,000.0 - $116,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, VoIP, Software Documentation, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Data Security, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Distributed File Systems, Domain Name System (DNS), Failover, Internetworking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Local Area Networks, Network Security, Microsoft Networking, Microsoft Software, Network Architecture, Network Administration, PRINCE2, Scrum Methodology, Service Pack, Software Engineering, Wide Area Networks, Network Switches, Network Routers, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Identity Services Engine, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Cisco Switches, Cisco - **Published:** August 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/network-engineer-ii-newton-nj--f6785864-205c-46a0-88d4-11195ff5af68 ## About the Role * Minimum of 6 years of related experience in an enterprise IT environment. * Experience with Cisco and Arista Switches, ISE, Firewalls. * Experience with diagnosing hardware, security, compliance, and application issues. * Experience with ITIL Foundations v4 a plus. Education: * AS Degree, BA/BS preferred or experience equivalent - Computer Science, or related field. * Certifications a plus+: CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, Arista ACE, NSE 4, Azure, AWS, ITIL, PMP/Prince2/Agile, Scrum. Specialized Knowledge and Skills: * Excellent written, communication, technical documentation skills. * Ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks; act independently. Willing to support/work off-hours and weekends and travel internationally. * Willingness and ability to take initiative and the desire to continually take on additional responsibilities., Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Automation, Best Practices, CCIE - Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert, CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, Change Management, Cisco Switches, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Customer Support/Service, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), DNS (Domain Name System), Documentation Standards, Establish Priorities, Expense Tracking, Failover, Firewalls, Help Desk, Hybrid Cloud, ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internet of Things, Local Area Network (LAN), Mentoring, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Azure, Multitasking, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Routers, Network Security, Network Switching, Network System Hardware, Network Systems, Network Testing, PRINCE2, Photonics, Project Design, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Proof of Concept, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Software Patches, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Training, Technical Writing, Test Scenario, Testing, VPN (Virtual Private Network), VoIP (Voice over IP), Wide Area Network (WAN), Willing to Travel, Wireless Communications, Writing Skills ## Description The Network Engineer II is responsible for designing, installing, administering, and troubleshooting network systems and equipment throughout the enterprise. This is inclusive of network WAN/LAN, hybrid cloud services, telecoms, IoT, and workplace (pc, video, audio) devices. This role will assume one or many of the roles detailed below, and mentor support to the rest of the team to support customers and end-users. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations. General Duties: * Coordinate and schedule resources supporting our goals and projects and communicate with all internal Business leaders and vendors. * Stay current with the applicable product lines and available technologies, test proof of concept technologies, and make recommendations that will benefit our organization. * Maintain documentation standards as required. * Cross-train and mentor other Network Engineers on the knowledge of these systems. * Enforce all network and security best practices and policies. * Maintain consistent builds and standards. * Maintain a robust, stable, and secure data and system environment. * Cost-effective planning and tracking of all expenses related to running applicable areas. * Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments. * Routine Patch/change management of core systems and devices. * Support customer requests as required. * Provide end-user training as required. Network Administration * Network project planning, designing, deployment, and lifecycle maintenance. * Proficient with Layer 2/3 configurations, and advanced complex changes with vendor support. * VOIP project planning, design, deployment, and lifecycle maintenance. * Audit all firewalls/routers/switches routinely and maintain consistent secure and reliable configurations. * Routinely test failover network scenarios (VPN backup, Wireless backup, etc.) * Maintain and monitor the effective and efficient use of WAN/LAN resources by systems and end-users. * Management and design of all Microsoft networking services (DHCP, DNS, DFS, etc.) * Experience with scripting to support system automation and management. ## 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) - [Getting under the skin: The Social Engineering techniques](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/38-getting-under-the-skin-the-social-engineering-techniques) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [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) - [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) ## Related Articles - [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) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)