Network Engineer (Contract-to-Hire)
Location: On-site
Engagement: 6-month contract-to-hire
Compensation Range: $100,000–$115,000 (annualized)
Availability: On-call rotation and occasional weekend support
Role Summary
We are hiring an experienced
Network Engineer to support and enhance a multi-site enterprise network environment. This individual will play a key role in maintaining network reliability, strengthening security posture, and serving as the primary technical owner for network operations. The ideal candidate brings hands-on engineering experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the confidence to take accountability for decisions, processes, and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise network infrastructure, including switching, routing, wireless, and VPN technologies
- Serve as the technical owner for network operations, proactively improving procedures, documentation, and standards
- Collaborate with internal teams such as systems administrators, enterprise IT, and service desk staff to ensure seamless network support
- Manage network security operations in partnership with external vendors, including investigation and remediation of security events
- Monitor network performance and availability using enterprise monitoring platforms
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date network diagrams and documentation
- Coordinate with service providers and third-party partners to resolve connectivity, firewall, and infrastructure issues
- Participate in on-call rotations and provide after-hours support as required
Technical Environment & Experience
- Hands-on experience managing Cisco-based network environments, including enterprise switches and wireless infrastructure
- Proficiency with centralized network management platforms used to administer Cisco networking and security devices
- Strong experience configuring and troubleshooting VPN connectivity and remote access solutions
- Working knowledge of network monitoring and observability tools, including node management, alerting, IP addressing, logging, and topology mapping
- Experience supporting identity-based network access control, including device and user authentication and authorization
- Practical experience with 802.1X authentication and related troubleshooting
- Ability to analyze and respond to network security alerts in coordination with a managed SIEM/SOC provider
- Experience working with firewall platforms and external security vendors to address configuration changes and security posture improvements
- Comfortable managing relationships with internet service providers and telecommunications partners across multiple locations
Qualifications
- 4+ years of professional experience in a Network Engineer role
- Strong CLI-based experience configuring switches and routers
- Proven ability to work independently, make informed decisions, and take ownership of network responsibilities
- Experience operating in a transparent, direct, and collaborative work environment
- Bachelor’s degree not required
What Sets This Role Apart
- Opportunity to take real ownership of network operations rather than follow rigid, pre-defined processes
- Direct exposure to security operations, vendor management, and enterprise-scale networking
- Collaborative environment with high trust, accountability, and straightforward communication
- Strong path to full-time employment following contract period
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