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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer Level II - **Company:** Proctor Loan Protector - **Location:** Troy, MI, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Network Address Translation, Domain Name System (DNS), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Windows Servers, Network Connections, Network Monitoring, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Zero Trust Network Access, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Network Routers, Diagnostic Tools, Google Cloud, Load Balancing, Software Troubleshooting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Cisco Switches - **Published:** October 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=86b1ae4b80c86c34 ## About the Role * Planning/organizing-the individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently. * Interpersonal skills-the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others' ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things. * Oral communication-the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and demonstrates group presentation skills. * Written communication-the individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and is able to read and interpret written information. * Problem solving-the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully and maintains confidentiality. * Quality control-the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality. * Adaptability-the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events. * Safety and security-the individual observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required: * 2 to 5 years of network engineering experience. * Palo Alto firewall, Cisco switches, routers. * Proficient with MS Office Suite * Working knowledge of BGP, OSPF, routing, switching, NAT, VPNs, VLANs, and WAN technologies. * Experience supporting Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP. * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. * Ability to work independently and manage technical escalations. * Occasional domestic travel required. * High School Diploma/GED required * Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality * Ability to use discretion, exercise good judgment and resourcefulness. Preferred: * Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a business or IT related discipline ## Description At Proctor Loan Protector, we are committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity and personal growth. As we continue to grow and expand, this allows us to offer career paths and opportunities. We are dedicated to ensuring that all our teammates feel valued and work in a fun and rewarding work environment., The Network Engineer Level 2 (L2) is an intermediate technical role responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and operational support of ProctorLP network environments. This position supports routing, switching, firewalls, WAN, and cloud connectivity under established standards and designs, while serving as an escalation point for Level 1 engineers and contributing to network improvement initiatives., * Implement and maintain enterprise network solutions based on established designs and standards * Assist with network modernization initiatives such as SD-WAN, cloud connectivity, and Zero Trust implementations * Create and update network documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures * Participate in evaluating new technologies and providing operational feedback * Provide Tier 2 escalation support for network incidents and service requests * Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and WAN circuits * Assist with root cause analysis (RCA) and remediation efforts for recurring issues * Monitor network performance and respond to alerts to ensure availability and reliability * Execute network changes, upgrades, and maintenance activities following change management processes * Implement and maintain network security controls under established security architecture * Configure and support firewalls, VPNs, and segmentation policies * Assist with Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) deployments and operations * Ensure network configurations adhere to security standards and internal policies * Support hybrid network connectivity between on-premises environments and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) * Implement and maintain VPN-based cloud connectivity * Assist with cloud networking components such as VPCs, VNets, routing tables, and load balancers * Utilize monitoring and troubleshooting tools such as SecureCRT, LogicMonitor, PingPlotter, or equivalent * Assist with basic automation and scripting efforts to improve operational efficiency * Follow and contribute to infrastructure-as-code (IaC) practices where applicable * Serve as an escalation resource and mentor for Level 1 engineers * Collaborate with senior engineers, security, cloud, and server teams on projects and issue resolution * Participate in on-call rotation and after-hours support as required * Continuously develop technical skills and platform knowledge. * Other duties as assigned., Physical Requirements Necessary on a Regular Basis: * Manual dexterity, arm and upper body range of motion sufficient for use of a keyboard, mouse and telephone 7-8 hours per day * Speech and hearing sufficient for in-person and telephone communication 7-8 hours per day * Vision sufficient for use of a computer monitor. * Sedentary position. Ability to sit at a desk 7-8 hours per day. * Workers are not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. * Lifting and/or carrying (<10 lbs.) * Manipulate small and/or large bulky objects * Standing, reaching, kneeling, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling may be required.