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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # TELECOM/NETWORK ENGINEER - **Company:** Innova Solutions - **Location:** Austin, MN, United States - **Salary:** $124,800.0 - $145,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Catalyst (Software), Computer Networks, System Configuration, EtherChannel, Monitoring of Systems, Networking Hardware, OSI Models, Network Troubleshooting, Network Installation Services, Network Administration, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Wide Area Networks, Network Routers, Routing & Switching, Cisco Switches, Cisco, Server Operating Systems & Platforms - **Published:** October 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/dc7c204c-8508-4277-9ada-7975533c2466 ## About the Role * The ideal candidate is a hands-on Cisco Network Engineer with strong enterprise switching and routing experience, particularly with Catalyst C9000 switches and C8000 routers. The candidate should be capable of independently executing network installations and configurations, troubleshooting Layer 1-3 issues, documenting technical work, and collaborating effectively within a larger infrastructure engineering organization. Must-have qualifications that candidates must meet to be considered. * Networking * Strong understanding of enterprise networking concepts. * Strong working knowledge of the OSI model, particularly Layers 1-3. * Ability to troubleshoot and isolate issues at the appropriate OSI layer. * Strong switching and routing fundamentals. * Experience with enterprise network infrastructure. * Cisco Technologies * Hands-on experience configuring and installing Cisco Catalyst C9000-series switches. * Hands-on experience configuring and installing Cisco Catalyst C8000-series routers. * Experience deploying network equipment at both: * Access layer * Distribution layer Nice-to-have skills that would make a candidate more competitive but are not required. * MEC (Multi-Chassis EtherChannel) configuration experience. * SD-WAN deployment or administration experience. * Experience with network management and monitoring tools. * Basic understanding of desktop and server operating systems. * Small-project leadership or project-management experience.. ## Description As a(n) Telecom/Network Engineer you will: * Design, configure, deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise network infrastructure. * Participate in technical direction, architecture design, and product-selection decisions. * Configure and install Cisco switching and routing equipment. * Support access-layer and distribution-layer network deployments. * Troubleshoot network issues using appropriate OSI-layer methodology. * Work independently on well-defined technical initiatives. * Collaborate with network engineering, infrastructure, project, and business teams. * Document network configurations, implementations, and troubleshooting activities. * Communicate project status and technical information to stakeholders. * Lead or coordinate small network-related projects. * Coordinate activities involving internal and external technical resources. * Provide input into short- and long-term network strategy and planning. * Support complex technical issues and implementations that may have significant organizational impact. * Learn and adopt new networking technologies as required, Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at or . Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. ยง 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. By applying for this job, I agree to receive calls and emails (including automated or AI-generated calls or emails) from Innova Solutions, Inc. and its identified recruiting partners regarding this job and future recruiting and job-placement opportunities. I understand that my consent is not a condition of employment or services, and that I may revoke my consent at any time by following the . 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