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# TELECOM/NETWORK ENGINEER

- **Company:** BCforward
- **Location:** Austin, MN, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $145,600.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** EtherChannel, Monitoring of Systems, OSI Models, Network Architecture, Networking Basics, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Service, Wide Area Networks, Cisco Switches, Server Operating Systems & Platforms
- **Published:** September 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/db14a7a0-1e48-436f-9d37-6182fd351f43

## About the Role

We are seeking a Network Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in enterprise routing and switching, Cisco Catalyst platforms, and OSI Layer 1-3 troubleshooting and a proven ability to design, configure, manage, and support resilient network infrastructure while leading small projects., * Expert knowledge of telecom/network concepts and the 7-layer OSI model, with emphasis on Layers 1-3.

 * Hands-on experience installing and configuring Cisco Catalyst switches (C9000 series) and routers (C8000 series).
 * Proficiency with basic network management and monitoring tools.
 * Understanding of desktop and server operating systems.
 * Ability to work with minimal direction and collaborate effectively within a team.
 * Customer-focused mindset with clear communication and interpersonal skills across diverse stakeholders.
 * Organizational and time management skills to manage concurrent projects and tasks.
 * Analytical problem-solving skills for complex technical issues.
 * Experience level 2+ years with bachelor's, 4+ years with associate's, or 6+ years without a degree.

Preferred Skills:

 * MEC (Multi-Chassis EtherChannel) configuration experience.
 * SD-WAN deployment or administration experience.

## Description

* Participate in technical direction, architecture design, and product selection for enterprise data networks.
 * Design, deploy, configure, and support network solutions across access and distribution layers.
 * Troubleshoot complex issues using OSI model principles and network monitoring tools.
 * Exercise independent judgment while collaborating within a team-based engineering environment.
 * Provide input to short- and long-term strategy and budget planning for network services.
 * Plan and lead small projects, coordinating internal and external resources to meet business needs.
 * Communicate project status to stakeholders and contribute to committees as requested.
 * Document configurations, changes, and standard procedures thoroughly.


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