Network Engineer

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Senior Network Engineer for a contract position with a Major Energy Company located in Charlotte, NC. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.

This is a senior-level role responsible for Tier 3 network support and enterprise network architecture. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and manage complex routing, switching, and VoIP solutions, with a strong focus on Cisco technologies and routing protocols like BGP and OSPF.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a senior escalation point (Tier 3) for complex network, routing, and VoIP issues, providing root cause analysis and long-term solutions
• Design, implement, and optimize enterprise network architecture, including LAN/WAN, edge, and core routing environments
• Lead configuration, deployment, and lifecycle management of Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and related infrastructure
• Architect and manage VoIP solutions (Cisco Call Manager, SIP, QoS), ensuring high availability and performance
• Own routing strategy and implementation, including advanced configuration and troubleshooting of BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP across distributed environments
• Proactively monitor, analyze, and tune network performance, capacity, and reliability using tools such as SolarWinds and PRTG
• Lead network-related projects, including upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure transformations, ensuring minimal disruption and adherence to timelines
• Develop and enforce network standards, documentation, and operational procedures across the organization
• Partner with security teams to implement and maintain network security controls, including segmentation, firewall policies, and VPN architecture
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing, technical standards, and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of progressive experience in network engineering, including architecture and Tier 3 support
• Deep hands-on expertise with Cisco routing and switching (CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent experience strongly preferred)
• Advanced experience with VoIP technologies, including Cisco Call Manager, SIP, and QoS design
• Strong expertise in enterprise routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) in complex, multi-site environments
• Experience with network monitoring, performance tuning, and troubleshooting tools (SolarWinds, PRTG, or similar)
• Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, VPNs, QoS, and firewall technologies
• Proven experience designing and implementing scalable and resilient network architectures
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to lead incident response and drive root cause resolution
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and influence technical decisions

Pay range: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.