Network Engineer

Pay Range: $25.60-$44.60 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications What You’ll Do As a Network Engineer, you will help maintain the stability, security, and performance of critical network infrastructure. Responsibilities include:

• Design, monitor, maintain, and support network systems across multiple environments.
• Troubleshoot network and connectivity issues and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Support network security technologies designed to protect internal systems and external services.
• Conduct routine security assessments across LAN/WAN, telecommunications, voice, and network environments.
• Configure and support routing, switching, firewalls, and other networking technologies.
• Work with routing technologies, including BGP.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, network records, and Method of Procedure (MOP) documentation.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors to troubleshoot issues and obtain technical support.
• Track technical issues and service tickets through resolution.
• Apply Outside Plant (OSP) concepts and procedures when supporting network infrastructure.
• Assist with infrastructure planning and the development of material and equipment specifications.
• Collaborate with internal departments, leadership, technical teams, and outside vendors.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and provide support during scheduled after-hours maintenance when needed.
• Perform additional duties related to network and technology operations as assigned.

What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of networking knowledge, hands-on troubleshooting ability, and attention to detail. Preferred qualifications include:

• Approximately 5 years of experience in networking or a related technology field.
• Strong knowledge of network architecture, design, security, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with routing technologies; BGP experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with both Windows and Linux environments.
• Knowledge of networking protocols, routing, switching, firewalls, VoIP, and OSP concepts.
• Ability to diagnose technical issues and develop effective solutions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a technical team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate or lead technical work when necessary.
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders and outside vendors.

Preferred Certifications Relevant industry certifications are a plus, including:

• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• Cisco CCNA or CCNP
• Juniper certifications
• Arista certifications
• Comparable networking or security certifications