What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Engineer position at ITR Group?
Contract to hire opportunity for an experienced Network Engineer with FortiGate, Juniper, Juniper Mist.
Client requirements:
- Work authorization status: US Citizen or GC holder
- Local to Minneapolis, MN area, will be hybrid 1-3 days/week
As a Network Engineer, you’ll be at the center of it all — creating advanced solutions, solving complex challenges, and protecting clients from today’s toughest cyber threats.
This isn’t just about keeping the lights on. It’s about building resilient, high-performance networks that make a measurable impact.
What You’ll Do
- Design and deliver cutting-edge network and security solutions.
- Partner with clients and sales teams to architect and present solutions.
- Tackle complex issues as an escalation point for our engineering teams.
- Lead the way on security — VPNs, NAC, Zero Trust, and more.
- Mentor teammates and help shape a high-performing engineering culture.
What You Bring
- 8 years of network engineering experience
- Hands-on expertise with Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Juniper, and Aruba.
- Experience with routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP) and wireless networking.
- A knack for turning business needs into smart, scalable designs.
- Certifications like CCNP, Fortinet Certified Professional, or CISSP (preferred).