Network Systems Engineer II

Network Systems Engineer II

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract-to-Hire

Compensation: $100,000 – $110,000 base Annual bonus

About the Role

LHH is seeking a Network Systems Engineer II for a global industrial organization undergoing major infrastructure modernization. This hybrid role (onsite M/W/F) is ideal for an analytical, hands‑on engineer who enjoys solving complex networking challenges, working collaboratively across teams, and taking ownership of both daily operations and long-term initiatives. The position blends network design, troubleshooting, leadership-by-influence, and cross‑functional partnership to improve network reliability, security, and performance.

The ideal candidate thrives in a people‑focused environment, communicates with clarity, and is eager to grow into a lead-track position supporting both enterprise and data‑center network environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support, design, and troubleshoot enterprise and global network environments across LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, DNS, VoIP, and subnetting infrastructures

• Serve as a point of escalation for 2nd–3rd level networking issues and participate in root cause analysis

• Assist with firewall administration, security oversight, and proactive risk mitigation

• Partner with IT leadership, technical teams, and global stakeholders to deliver network upgrades, implementations, and standards

• Create and maintain technical documentation, configuration standards, and system diagrams

• Monitor network performance, capacity, and reliability, recommending improvements where needed

• Participate in cross-functional projects, system enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Mentor and support junior team members, contributing to a collaborative learning environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience acceptable

• 2 years of hands‑on experience in network engineering within enterprise environments

• Strong foundational knowledge of routing, switching, and system design principles

• Experience with LAN/WAN/WLAN/VPN/SD‑WAN and standard network troubleshooting methodologies

• Hands‑on experience with Cisco-based environments (routing/switching required; wireless a plus)

• Experience with firewalls such as Fortinet, Cisco ASA, or comparable platforms

• Familiarity with DNS, subnetting, and enterprise network fundamentals

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across technical and non‑technical teams

• Coachable, team-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to take initiative with minimal oversight

Preferred:

• Cisco training or certifications (CCNA, CCNP)

• Exposure to Cisco DNA, Cisco ISE, virtualized environments, or Microsoft technologies (Azure, O365, Teams/VoIP)

Why This Opportunity

• Chance to join a global organization with high visibility across IT

• Lead-track position with opportunities to grow into managing people and resources

• Hands-on role working with modern networking tools and enterprise-scale systems

• People-first culture that prioritizes collaboration, mentoring, and continuous learning

• Competitive compensation, strong bonus structure, and long-term stability

• Hybrid schedule with flexibility as you grow in the role

If you or someone you know is interested in this Network Systems Engineer II opportunity in Phoenix, AZ, please apply today!

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