Network Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer to support diverse client environments in Dayton, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position is suited for a detail-oriented individual who can independently manage network operations, resolve complex connectivity issues, and contribute to reliable infrastructure across commercial and government-focused engagements. The role centers on wired and wireless networking, security, and documentation, with opportunities to work across multiple vendor platforms and modern enterprise environments.

Responsibilities:
• Build, configure, and maintain network infrastructure for client environments, including routers, switches, wireless systems, and security appliances.
• Troubleshoot service interruptions, latency concerns, and hardware faults to restore stable network performance across wired and wireless deployments.
• Administer wireless networks by tuning controllers and access points, supporting secure authentication, and helping optimize coverage through survey-driven recommendations.
• Implement and support routing and switching services, including VLAN design, trunking, Layer 3 configuration, and dynamic or static route management.
• Manage firewall and secure connectivity solutions, including remote access and site-to-site connections, while maintaining strong network protection practices.
• Assist with network rollouts, refresh initiatives, and replacement hardware preparation for deployment to customer locations.
• Coordinate with field resources and internal teams when hands-on troubleshooting or installation support is needed at remote sites.
• Produce and update technical documentation such as topology diagrams, as-built records, parts lists, and deployment procedures.
• Participate in higher-level support escalations and contribute to continuous improvement of operational network standards.
• Support cloud-connected and multi-site networking environments, including connectivity between branch, data center, and hosted platforms.

Qualifications:

• At least 7 years of hands-on experience in network engineering, network administration, or closely related infrastructure support roles.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking, routing and switching principles, VLAN segmentation, and structured network troubleshooting methods.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco technologies, including routers, enterprise networking components, and security platforms such as Cisco ASA.
• Working knowledge of wireless networking standards and enterprise Wi-Fi deployments, including controller-based environments and secure access methods.
• Experience supporting firewall platforms such as Palo Alto, Fortinet, or comparable enterprise security solutions.
• Familiarity with routing protocols such as BGP and the ability to support both dynamic and static routing configurations.
• Ability to learn and manage multiple vendor ecosystems, including platforms such as Cisco, Aruba, Fortinet, and Ruckus.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S., and prior exposure to government-supported environments is advantageous.

Compensation

Based on experience

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