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# Network Engineer (Durham County) -- Temporary

- **Company:** The State Of North Carolina
- **Location:** Durham, NC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $145,600
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Control Panels, Networking Hardware, Network Security, Network Architecture, Systems Integration, Virtual Local Area Networks, Cisco WebEx, Wireless Access Point, Network Switches, Computer Networking Systems, Performance Testing, Information Technology, Enterprise Integration, Wireless Technologies, Cisco
- **Published:** November 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/network-engineer-durham-county-temporary-durham-nc--cf2205d8-916d-4043-b97a-9fdcab5d536e

## About the Role

Network Architecture/Engineering, Human Resources, Human Resources Management, Team Player, State Government, Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Public Administration, VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network), * Extensive experience with Cisco enterprise network switching platforms and wireless technologies (Meraki-based).

 * Experience working with third party vendors in structured cabling, wireless deployment, or AV system integration environments (Cisco Collaboration products - WebEx and Room Kits).
 * Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks, prioritize effectively, and communicate clearly with both technical and non technical stakeholders.
 * Ability to work independently and with other technical personnel.
 * Ability to manage projects through implementation

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or an IT related field or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of progressive experience in network engineering; or Associate degree in Computer Science or an IT related field or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive experience in network engineering; or High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and seven years of experience in networking or related area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

## Description

* Install, configure, and validate network switches, including VLAN provisioning, trunk and uplink configuration, access layer port setup, and implementation of network security standards.
 * Coordinate with third party vendors for the installation and testing of wireless access points, ensuring proper mounting, cabling, integration with wireless controllers.
 * Partner with audiovisual (AV) vendors to support the deployment, configuration, and network integration of conference room equipment, including displays, control panels, microphone systems, and other network enabled AV components.
 * Conduct functional and performance testing of all networked systems, troubleshoot issues across switching, wireless, and AV networks, and ensure all systems meet operational expectations.
 * Maintain accurate and up to date documentation for network infrastructure, configuration changes, and installed equipment.
 * Decommissioning and preparing for surplus unused network equipment from original campus., The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for the deployment, configuration, and operational support of on site network infrastructure to facilitate a divisional move from one building to another on the same corporate campus. The engineer will serve as a technical lead for on site installations and will coordinate closely with internal teams and third party vendors.