Network Engineer I

Network Engineer I

Anaheim, CA

Type: Contract-to-Hire

Category: Engineer

Industry: Government

Standard Hours: Open

Reference ID: JN -102026-108943

Date Posted: 10/05/2026

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Description:

On-site in Anaheim, CA

Our client seeks a Network Engineer I to support and maintain a multi-site network infrastructure. The role includes monitoring network performance, troubleshooting connectivity, supporting routing and switching technologies, and assisting with firewall, VPN, and network security administration. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with enterprise networking technologies, strong troubleshooting skills, and a solid understanding of TCP/IP fundamentals.

This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $27.00 to $31.00/hr. w2

Responsibilities:

• Support daily LAN/WAN network operations across multiple sites.

• Troubleshoot network connectivity and performance issues.

• Assist with routing, switching, firewall, VPN, and wireless infrastructure support.

• Monitor network health and respond to incidents.

• Support network upgrades, changes, and implementations.

• Maintain network documentation and diagrams.

• Participate in root cause analysis and issue resolution.

• Work closely with technical teams and stakeholders to support business operations.

Experience Requirements:

• 2+ years of network engineering or network support experience.

• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, subnetting, routing, and switching.

• Experience troubleshooting enterprise networks.

• Knowledge of network security concepts, VPNs, and firewalls.

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

• Preferred: Cisco routing and switching, Palo Alto firewalls, Aruba ClearPass or other NAC solutions, CCNA, Network+, Aruba, or similar certifications.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred.

• Equivalent hands-on networking experience considered in lieu of degree.

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Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.

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About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.

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