Network Engineer
Altoona, PA, US • Posted 30+ days ago • Updated 5 days ago

Cox-Little & Company
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Job Details
Skills
- (Network OR Networking)
- (Firewalls OR âfire wallsâ)
- switches
- routers
- CCNA
- CCNP
Summary
Role: Network Engineer
Location: Altoona, PA (Onsite)
(FULLTIME/Direct Hire)
Note* No sponsorship provided for this role, Need locals who can do Onsite
Description:
Configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting network infrastructure like routers, switches, and firewalls, and often involves a mix of support, implementation, and project-based work. Key responsibilities also involve monitoring network performance, managing security devices, documenting network architecture, and collaborating with other teams.
Core responsibilities
Network maintenance and troubleshooting: Install, configure, and troubleshoot network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points) and software to resolve performance and connectivity issues.
Network performance and security: Monitor network traffic, diagnose bottlenecks, and maintain security posture through firewalls and other security devices. This can include system hardening and testing security devices.
Design and implementation: Deploy new network systems, implement routine changes and upgrades, and support network design and architecture under the guidance of senior engineers.
Documentation: Maintain and update network diagrams, IP schemas, and hardware inventories to ensure accurate records of network topology and configurations.
Collaboration and support: Work with cross-functional teams, provide technical support, and act as a point of escalation for more complex issues that Tier 1 support cannot resolve.
Required skills and qualifications
Technical skills: Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing and switching protocols (like BGP and OSPF), VLANs, and network hardware. Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and other network security is common. Familiarity with diagnostic tools like Wireshark or ping is also important.
Soft skills: Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Certifications: A certification like Cisco CCNA or CCNP is required
Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience
Additional duties may include
Project management: Manage and coordinate smaller projects related to network upgrades or deployments.
Disaster recovery: Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.
On-call support: Be available to provide support outside of standard business hours.
- Dice Id: 80181902
- Position Id: 8831313
- Posted 30+ days ago
Company Info
About Cox-Little & Company
Our objective is to improve the business performance of our clients by providing high quality Information Technology professionals.
Cox-Little & Company was formed in 1985 to provide Information Technology Professional Services to businesses and organizations, primarily in the Southeast. We provide IT Consulting and Contracting, Systems Design and Development, Software Package Implementation, PC/Web-Based Development and Recruiting. Read more about our services.
A RiseIT Company


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