Network Engineer - Certified

***Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis. StaffRight Associates and our clients do not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

The Opportunity

StaffRight Associates is seeking a high-energy, forward-thinking Network Engineer to drive the optimization, security, and evolution of a comprehensive enterprise network infrastructure. In this impactful role, you will champion the preservation of a highly available global network environment while actively architecting its future state. This position demands a technical strategist who can seamlessly balance critical daily incident mitigation with long-term, high-level project execution to support dynamic organizational scaling.

What You’ll Do

• Architect and deploy robust, multi-site communication networks that optimize connectivity across internal and external corporate ecosystems.

• Guarantee maximum operational uptime and structural integrity for all foundational network systems.

• Formulate, document, and mandate rigorous system standards to streamline the broader networking environment.

• Defend the corporate perimeter by implementing strict security guidelines, controlling access vectors, and actively monitoring system vulnerabilities.

• Administer complex firewall environments and advanced load-balancing solutions in strict alignment with corporate IT compliance mandates.

• Provision, calibrate, and manage enterprise-grade routing and switching hardware.

• Empower centralized operations teams and field deployment engineers with elite-level escalation support and technical guidance.

• Isolate system faults and neutralize network anomalies rapidly through meticulous Root Cause Analysis (RCA).

• Cultivate engineering excellence by introducing modernized quality control protocols and project management best practices.

• Synchronize with external vendor partners and managed service providers to verify continuous, high-fidelity delivery of outsourced infrastructure components.

What You Bring

• Technical Inventory: Routers, Azure, Ethernet, VLANs, OSPF, Switching, Networking, VPN, Incident Management, TCP

• Deep Mastery: Comprehensive operational understanding of core infrastructure elements including hardware-based firewalls, content filtering mechanisms, subnetting, and standard wireless protocols ($802.11a/b/g/n/ac$).

• Cloud Architecture Fluency: Practical execution knowledge within cloud environments, specifically managing Microsoft Azure virtual networks ($VNETs$, $NSGs$, application gateways, user-defined routing, and hub-and-spoke topologies).

• Hardware & Perimeter Expertise: Direct experience managing enterprise security appliances (such as Fortinet or equivalent hardware) and application delivery controllers (such as NetScaler or associated load-balancing platforms).

• Protocol Proficiency: Thorough grasp of foundational data transfer and transport mechanisms, including STP, ARP, BGP, SD-WAN, reverse proxies, and DHCP configurations.

• Resilience & Execution: A proven track record navigating fast-paced, high-pressure situations while successfully juggling multiple priority initiatives simultaneously.

• Communication Elite: Exceptional verbal and written articulation skills, matched by a dedication to superior client service.

• Desired Assets: Relevant vendor credentials (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist, Juniper JNCIA), ticketing system familiarity, or advanced traffic management expertise.

• Educational Foundation: An Associate''''s or Bachelor''''s degree in a relevant technical field, or an equivalent combination of intensive, real-world industry experience.

Joining StaffRight Associates

This role offers an exceptional compensation and benefits package, including a competitive annual salary, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, an employer-matched 401(k) plan, flexible spending options, and dedicated paid time off. If you are a driven infrastructure professional ready to make a tangible impact on a global scale, we invite you to apply.

When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you’re doing more than pursuing a job, you’re aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions.

We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.

Salary : $80,000 - $100,000