Network Engineer (Cisco)

Overview

On Site
USD 80,000.00 - 110,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

IT Infrastructure
Mergers and Acquisitions
FOCUS
Network Design
High Availability
Nexus
Switches
Routers
HSRP
Collaboration
Documentation
Change Management
Network
Enterprise Networks
Cisco Nexus
Data Link Layer
Computer Networking
VLAN
OSPF
EIGRP
Border Gateway Protocol
Spanning Tree Protocol
Network Monitoring
SolarWinds
NetFlow
Analytical Skill
Communication
Palo Alto
Firewall
Aruba
Cisco
Cisco Certifications
Management

Job Details

Job Title: Network Engineer

Location: 100% Onsite - Springfield, MA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $80,000 - $110,000 (Based on experience)

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Network Engineer to join our IT infrastructure team in Springfield, MA. This is a 100% onsite role where you will be responsible for designing, configuring, and maintaining our enterprise network, with a strong focus on Cisco technologies-including Nexus and Catalyst switches. The ideal candidate will have experience managing core network infrastructure in a high-availability environment and a passion for solving complex networking challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deploy, configure, and maintain Cisco network devices, including Nexus switches, Catalyst switches, and routers


  • Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to ensure reliability and security


  • Manage VLANs, STP, port channels, HSRP, and other Layer 2/3 protocols


  • Collaborate with systems administrators, security teams, and other engineers to support enterprise infrastructure


  • Create and maintain network documentation, diagrams, and change management records


  • Participate in network projects such as upgrades, expansions, and integrations



Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering roles


  • Strong hands-on expertise with Cisco Nexus and Catalyst platforms


  • Proficient in Layer 2/3 networking concepts and protocols (VLANs, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, STP, etc.)


  • Experience with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, NetFlow, etc.)


  • Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills


  • Strong communication skills and ability to work independently onsite



Preferred/Bonus Skills:

  • Experience with Palo Alto firewalls (configuration, rule management, troubleshooting)


  • Familiarity with Aruba wireless networks or ClearPass


  • Cisco certification (CCNA, CCNP) or equivalent knowledge



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