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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** Eastern Mennonite University - **Location:** Harrisonburg, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $50,000.0 - $65,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Access Network, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Data Center Infrastructure Management (CIM), Linux, Failover, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Log Analysis, Microsoft Visio, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Segmentation, Network Administration, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Windows PowerShell, Ansible, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Software Vulnerability Management, Wireless Access Point, Wireless Networks, Data Logging, Network Routers, Load Balancing, System Availability, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Information Technology, Fortinet, Routing & Switching, Gsuite, Cisco - **Published:** September 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=211cb00ab925b980 ## About the Role * Advanced knowledge of and experience with enterprise networking concepts, including: + Core Routing & Switching: TCP/IP, OSPF/BGP routing, VLANs, and network segmentation. + Wireless Infrastructure: Design, configuration, and maintenance of enterprise-grade wireless access points and controllers. + Network Security: Implementing and maintaining firewalls, network access controls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS). + High Availability: Knowledge of system recovery, load balancing, and failover protocols to ensure high availability. * Analytical & Strategic Thinking * Communication & Interpersonal Skills * Work Management & Adaptability * Commitment to Professional Growth: Proven ability to rapidly learn new technologies, adapt to evolving industry best practices, and pursue professional development and certifications. * Ability to maintain confidential information and materials. * Ability to occasionally work outside of standard business hours for maintenance and emergency response., Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related field, and a minimum of 5 years of information technology experience in an enterprise environment. Experience in a higher education environment is preferred., While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance on a ladder. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The position requires extensive time using a computer to fulfill position duties. ## Description The Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and supporting the wired and wireless network infrastructure that enables reliable, secure technology services and system recovery across Eastern Mennonite University's campuses. This role ensures high availability, performance, and security of campus network resources in support of academic programs, administrative operations, and campus community needs. The Network Engineer works collaboratively with IT staff, faculty, staff, and external vendors, and contributes to EMU's mission through excellent service, teamwork, and stewardship of technology systems Product Knowledge: * Network Infrastructure + Switches: Juniper, Cisco + Firewall: Fortinet + APs: Meraki * Network Management & Monitoring + ITSM: TeamDynamix + IPAM/DCIM: Netbox + Monitoring: LibreNMS + Documentation: Visio * Automation & Scripting + Automation: Ansible + Scripting Languages: Python, Powershell + CLI: Linux CLI * Cloud & Collaboration + Logging: Azure Log Analytics + Platform: Google Workspace, * Network Design, Deployment & Maintenance + Design, configure and maintain the network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points and cabling systems. + Monitor network performance and capacity; make recommendations for upgrades or enhancements. + Manage network segmentation, VLANs and routing protocols. * Network Security & Compliance + Implement and maintain network security measures such as firewalls, intrusion prevention/detection systems, access controls and network security policy. + Monitor network logs and alerts for anomalies, security threats and policy violations. + Collaborate with IT staff on incident response, vulnerability management and network hardening. + Support compliance with federal and institutional security standards (e.g. FERPA, GLBA and HIPPA where applicable). * High Availability & System Recovery + Develop and maintain network disaster recovery plans and procedures. + Configure and manage load balancing, failover, and redundancy protocols across critical network infrastructure. + Ensure network infrastructure is documented and configured for rapid system restoration. ## 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) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [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) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-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) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)