Network Engineer II

Network Engineer II
LaSalle Network is partnering with a dynamic organization to find a talented Network Engineer II for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This role offers the chance to work remotely in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment, owning critical LAN infrastructure and leading key projects. As a Network Engineer II, you will contribute to the operational excellence of a 24/7 SaaS environment, leveraging your expertise in network security, routing, automation, and cloud networking. This is an exciting chance to make a significant impact while advancing your career in a collaborative and innovative setting.



Responsibilities

• Own LAN infrastructure and operational excellence in a 24/7 SaaS environment, including troubleshooting and incident handling.
  
  
• Lead projects focused on automation, network upgrades, and operational improvements.
  
  
• Manage and configure security policies using Palo Alto, Panorama, and GlobalProtect VPN.
  
  
• Support and maintain Cisco Nexus switches (9k/7k/5k/2k, NX-OS, NDFC, VXLAN/EVPN).
  
  
• Utilize automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and Python to streamline network operations.
  
  
• Monitor network performance using SolarWinds, Prometheus, Grafana, NetFlow, and SNMP.
  
  
• Handle routing and switching protocols including BGP, OSPF, MPLS, STP/RSTP.
  
  
• Collaborate on cloud networking tasks within AWS and GCP environments.
  
  
• Nice-to-Have: Support VoIP/SIP peering, trunking, and SBC (Session Border Controller).

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience managing medium-to-large production networks.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of Palo Alto firewalls (security policy design, Panorama, GlobalProtect).
  
  
• Hands-on experience with F5 BIG-IP (LTM, GTM, iRules, SSL offloading).
  
  
• Extensive experience with Cisco Nexus switches and network automation.
  
  
• Familiarity with SDN, VXLAN/EVPN, and cloud networking in AWS and GCP.
  
  
• Knowledge of routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, MPLS.
  
  
• Experience with network monitoring tools like SolarWinds, Prometheus, and Grafana.
  
  
• Nice-to-Have: VoIP/SIP peering and session border controller expertise.

Key Details

• Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
  
  
• Compensation: $60 - $70 hourly
  
  
• Benefits (Contract): LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit:
  
  
• Location: Chicago, Illinois
  
  
• Work Model: Remote
  
  
• Bonus Eligibility: Unknown

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today - we're actively interviewing and excited to meet you.


Seelye Stoffregen



LaSalle Network
At LaSalle Network, we don't just fill roles - we build careers and transform businesses. As one of the nation's leading staffing and solutions firms, we connect exceptional talent with organizations that value innovation, collaboration, and growth. Whether you're looking to take the next step in your career or find the perfect addition to your team, we make meaningful matches that last. Join us and experience a company consistently recognized as a top workplace - because when our people thrive, everyone wins.


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LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.


LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here


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