Network Engineer

$79,040 - $99,840/Yr

Eliassen Group - Charlotte, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Charlotte, NC

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Network Engineer position at Eliassen Group involves planning, designing, testing, implementing, and improving enterprise network solutions. The role requires a strong understanding of Cisco Systems' products and communication technologies, with a focus on providing reliable and efficient network services to users. The position is hybrid, based in Charlotte, NC, and requires working on a W2 basis.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, test, implement, and continue improvement of enterprise network solutions.
• Configuration of Cisco IOS configurations, testing, and implementation of new network hardware devices (routers and switches) into the existing network infrastructure.
• Maintain accurate diagrams and configurations for all network devices.
• Prepare engineering job packages consisting of detailed parts/equipment lists, and appropriate documentation (drawings, network diagrams, configurations, etc.).
• Ensure cost-effective design of systems with the ultimate goal of meeting business needs and providing a reliable and efficient service to the user.
• Prepare and submit cost estimates for planned installations where required.
• Maintain familiarity with current networking technologies and available facilities.
• Procure, turn-up, and troubleshoot both private and public WAN circuits.
• Work across the IT organization to provide end-to-end solutions to the customer.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 - 7 years of experience in Information Technology with at least five years of design and support of Cisco Systems' products.
• Understanding of communication technology and fundamentals.
• Ability to work well within a team, good interpersonal relational skills.
• Effective verbal & written communication.
• Experience in coordination with multiple groups, companies, and people simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to work productively with little direct supervision.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills to support successful performance in a team environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Cisco Certifications CCNA, CCDA desired. CCNP, CCDP, CCIE preferred.
• Experience with network hardware/software solutions: Cisco routers and switches, Cisco ACS, Cisco wireless controllers and APs, and Cisco VPN concentrators.
• Experience in the following technology areas: TCP/IP, Cisco IOS, Layer 3 Switching, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, GRE, HSRP, GLBP, IPSEC, SSL, AAA, SNMP.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• 401k with company matching
• Life insurance
• Sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality