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# NETWORK ENGINEER

- **Company:** TALENT Software Services
- **Location:** Eau Claire, WI, United States
- **Salary:** $135,200 - $156,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Catalyst (Software), Cisco Routers, Data Link, Computer Networks, System Configuration, EtherChannel, Monitoring of Systems, OSI Models, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Networking Basics, Network Administration, Wide Area Networks, Routing & Switching, Cisco Switches, Server Operating Systems & Platforms
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/network-engineer-eau-claire-wi--a569a7b7-a35d-423d-9425-212c0c3ebd65

## About the Role

Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Administration/Management, Identify Issues, Project/Program Management, Project/Program Coordination, Computer Networks, Product Design, Budget Management, Strategic Planning, Project Tracking, * Expert knowledge of telecom/network concepts and the 7-layer OSI model.

 * Knowledge of basic telecom/network management and monitoring tools.
 * Basic understanding of desktop and server operating systems is desirable.
 * Ability to work with minimum direction and effectively in a team environment.
 * Customer-focused with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
 * Good organizational and time management skills to handle workload and track various projects simultaneously.
 * Solid analytical skills.

Scope:

 * Design, configure, and maintain enterprise switching and routing infrastructure.
 * Operate independently on well-defined initiatives while collaborating within a broader engineering team.

Core Technical Requirements:

 * Self-directed individual who executes standard installs and configurations without hand-holding.
 * Communicates proactively, documents thoroughly, and integrates well in a team-based engineering environment.

Networking Fundamentals:

 * Strong working knowledge of the OSI model, specifically Layers 1 3 (Physical, Data Link, Network).
 * Ability to troubleshoot and reason about network issues at the appropriate OSI layer., * Hands-on experience configuring and installing Cisco switches Catalyst C9000 series.
 * Hands-on experience configuring and installing Cisco routers Catalyst C8000 series.
 * Experience deploying equipment at both the access layer and distribution layer.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills:

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

## Description

* Design, configure, manage, troubleshoot, support, and implement the Telecom/Network Infrastructure.
 * Perform limited project management and coordinate efforts by various support staff.
 * Communicate project status to project proponents., * Participate in decisions on technical direction, architecture design, and product selection for the enterprise telecom/data network under general supervision.
 * Assist with the deployment of telecom/network technology.
 * Exercise independent judgment on complex technical issues under general direction.
 * Provide input to short and long-term section strategy and budget planning.
 * Plan and lead small projects, coordinating efforts of internal and external staff with customer and business needs.
 * Occasionally oversee projects and tasks assigned to project team members and provide input to their evaluations.
 * Work under stressful conditions, participating in implementations and troubleshooting efforts with significant impact.
 * Represent Telecommunications and Networks to committees as needed.