Network Systems Engineer II
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Job description
We're hiring a Network Systems Engineer II to join a collaborative, global ICT team supporting enterprise and data center network environments. This is a high-impact role for a hands-on network engineer who enjoys mentoring others, collaborating across teams, and leading by influence-without needing prior formal lead experience.
What You'll Be Doing:
This role is intentionally balanced:
- 33% Leadership & Mentorship
- Lead by example and mentor junior engineers (2 direct reports)
- Supervise network and security operations
- Share knowledge and support team growth
- 33% Network Design & Troubleshooting
- Design, support, and troubleshoot enterprise and global networks
- Work across LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, DNS, SD-WAN
- Provide 2nd & 3rd-level support and root cause analysis
- 33% Collaboration & Communication
- Partner with global teams (including EU stakeholders)
- Participate in and lead network projects and upgrades
- Maintain strong documentation and operational standards
Requirements
- Strong networking fundamentals and system design understanding
- Experience in Cisco-based enterprise environments
- Hands-on knowledge of:
- LAN / WAN / WLAN / VPN
- DNS, subnetting, routing & switching
- Exposure to firewalls and network security (ASA, Fortinet are nice to have)
- Excellent communication skills-personality matters here
- Coachable, collaborative, and comfortable taking initiative
- Enjoys mentoring others and working cross-functionally
Bachelor's degree and certifications are NOT required
(CCNA, Cisco training, or similar are a plus)
Environment & Culture
- Global enterprise network environment
- People-first, collaborative team culture
- Manager who values communication, curiosity, and growth
- Team of 23 total; strong cross-team collaboration
Benefits & conditions
- Onsite: Mondays & Fridays
- Remote: 2 days per week
Compensation
- Pay Rate: $45-$60/hour (W2), 3-month contract with intent to convert.
- Contract-to-hire with conversion salary in the $100K-$110K range + bonus, based on experience
Interview Process
- Stage 1: 1-hour video interview with hiring manager (Conversational, personality-focused)
- Stage 2: Onsite panel interview
- Stage 3: Virtual panel interview with global (EU/Belgium) team
Why This Role?
- Lead without being stuck in management
- Real influence, real ownership
- Strong mix of hands-on engineering and collaboration
- Hybrid flexibility with global exposure
- Fast-moving, high-visibility opportunity
Pay Details: $48.00 to $54.00 per hour
Search managed by: Kenny Iloka
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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