What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Network Engineer/Hybrid Philadelphia/MUST BE LOCAL position at Motion Recruitment?
We’re hiring a Field Network Engineer local to Philadelphia for a hybrid full-time position with a top-tier technology solutions provider.
You’ll support client environments throughout the region, handling design, deployment, and troubleshooting across a mix of Cisco, Extreme Networks, and multiple firewall platforms (e.g., Fortinet, Palo Alto, SonicWall).
This role blends hands-on fieldwork with remote support. Ideal candidates are flexible, client-facing, and confident working across switching, routing, wireless, and security stacks.
Required Skills & Experience
Posted By: Shawna Dunleavy
You’ll support client environments throughout the region, handling design, deployment, and troubleshooting across a mix of Cisco, Extreme Networks, and multiple firewall platforms (e.g., Fortinet, Palo Alto, SonicWall).
This role blends hands-on fieldwork with remote support. Ideal candidates are flexible, client-facing, and confident working across switching, routing, wireless, and security stacks.
Required Skills & Experience
- 3 years of network engineering experience
- Strong knowledge of Cisco and Extreme switching and wireless
- Experience with firewalls (any mix of Fortinet, Palo Alto, SonicWall, etc.)
- Understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), VLANs, VPNs, and ACLs
- Must be based in the Philadelphia area with the ability to travel locally
- Relevant certifications (CCNA, Extreme ENA, NSE, PCNSA, etc.)
- Experience in MSP or multi-client environments
- Familiarity with network monitoring and RMM tools
- 50% Switching & Routing (Cisco/Extreme)
- 30% Firewall Configuration & Support
- 20% Wireless & Network Optimization
- 70% Field & Remote Network Support
- 20% Project-Based Installations
- 10% Client Communication & Documentation
Posted By: Shawna Dunleavy
