Network Engineer

Role                  :             Network Engineer

Location            :             Apex, NC

Duration            :            5 Months Contract to hire

Role Responsibilities

• Defines network business requirements and implements effective global network strategies Designs secure network solutions that maximize the sharing of applications, information, and resources across the company Coordinates with multiple vendors/departments to procure network-related hardware, software, and services Investigates and resolves problems, inefficiencies, and performance issues
• Creates and shares roadmap and technical support to determine network business needs throughout the company
• Evaluates, tests, recommends, and implements specific network solutions Researches emerging network technologies and makes recommendations based on future business needs
• Schedules and coordinates installation and maintenance of standard software/hardware on the network and ensures compatibility of all communications and computer hardware/software Provides ongoing information to leadership, customers, and peers regarding health of the environment, enhancements, innovations and secure network solutions
• Designs and manages global network infrastructure Tests, configures, and deploys operating system/software including Service Packs, upgrades, hot fixes, etc. Integrates multiple messaging platforms with wireless technologies such as Blackberrys Analyzes and improves efficient messaging delivery strategies Supports, modifies, and updates the hardware and messaging software systems Troubleshoots and resolves customer problems using integrated data processing and communication solutions
• Performs research, operation studies, design reviews, and technical briefings with clients
• Provides advice, recommendations, and technical support to customers Prepares documentation that will assist in the maintenance of the groupware system Conducts analysis, prepares reports, and works on project implementation Defines network business requirements and implements effective global network strategies Designs secure network solutions that maximize the sharing of applications, information, and resources across the company Coordinates with multiple vendors/departments to procure network-related hardware, software, and services Investigates and resolves problems, inefficiencies, and performance issues
• Creates and shares roadmap and technical support to determine network business needs throughout the company Researches emerging network technologies and makes recommendations based on future business needs Schedules and coordinates installation and maintenance of standard software/hardware on the network and ensures compatibility of all communications and computer hardware/software Provides ongoing information to leadership, customers, and peers regarding health of the environment, enhancements, innovations and secure network solutions

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs complex issue analysis and may perform lead role on smaller or less complex projects Responsible for establishing project plans, budgets, schedules and documentation of work Conducts periodic vulnerability and security risk assessment of the network assets within the organization; ensures network availability to all users
• Controls, tests and analyzes the status and performance of all components of network facilities Designs total systems solutions for smaller organizations or for segment of large organization, typically using third-party hardware and software
• Coordinates the installation of servers and storage equipment within the IT Data Center; manages capacity planning of the environment Interfaces with global providers to develop, implement and troubleshoot unified communications solutions; plans and implements complex global unified communications infrastructures
• Collaborates with other engineering and architecture groups, readily share information with others; actively seeks customer input and take responsibility for customer situations Contributes to the development of innovative and cost-effective solutions to problems or design of complex integrated data processing and communication solutions
• Provides significant direction in areas such as research studies, tradeoff analysis, operation studies, design reviews and technical briefings Makes decisions on operating procedures, analytical approaches and workflow

We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer with strong expertise in network automation and Layer 2/Layer 3 switching for on-site support. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing network infrastructure while driving automation initiatives to improve efficiency, reliability, and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, with a focus on Layer 2/Layer 3 switching technologies
• Develop and implement network automation solutions to streamline provisioning, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Manage and optimize network performance, availability, and security across data center and campus environments
• Automate routine network operations using scripting and orchestration tools
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network integration and deployment efforts
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and perform root cause analysis
• Maintain up-to-date network documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures
• Participate in change management, incident response, and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

5 years of network engineering experience

Strong expertise in:

• Layer 2/Layer 3 switching (VLANs, VRRP, MC-LAG, STP, VTP, PortChannel, and routing protocols such as OSPF/BGP)
• Network design and troubleshooting in enterprise environments
• Hands-on experience with network automation tools, such as:
• Demonstrated proficiency in Python, Ansible, or similar scripting/automation frameworks
• REST APIs and network programmability concepts
• Familiarity with major networking platforms (e.g., Dell, Cisco, Arista, Juniper)
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and network security fundamentals