Principal Network Engineer

Network Engineer

Arctiq is a global, intelligence-driven technology services company delivering professional and managed services across Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure, Networking & Connected Experiences, Cybersecurity, Data & AI, Autonomous Operations & Intelligence, and Enterprise Service Management. We help organizations operate, secure, and modernize complex environments by unifying infrastructure, networking, data, security, automation, and observability under a single, integrated operating model. Our work focuses on helping customers reduce operational friction, improve resilience, and make better, faster decisions as their environments evolve. Arctiq builds on decades of industry expertise and a customer-centric ethos to deliver exceptional value to clients across diverse industries.

This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with one of Arctiq's clients. It is a requirement to be onsite in their Winston Salem, NC office 5 days/week.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, wireless, and data center environments.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and optimize routing, switching, and network security technologies.
• Manage and support Aruba switching and wireless infrastructure.
• Configure and maintain Juniper networking equipment, including routers and switches.
• Administer and troubleshoot Fortinet and Palo Alto firewalls, including VPNs, security policies, NAT, and threat prevention features.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements to maximize reliability and uptime.
• Lead network upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure refresh projects.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, standards, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with systems, cloud, security, and application teams to support business initiatives.
• Participate in root cause analysis and provide Tier III support for complex networking issues.
• Ensure network environments adhere to security best practices and organizational compliance requirements.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to enhance network performance and security.
• Partner with IT leadership and business stakeholders to provide strategic guidance on network architecture, infrastructure roadmaps, and technology decisions, with a focus on scalability and supporting future mergers, acquisitions, and business expansion initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise network infrastructure.
• Strong hands-on experience with:
  • Aruba networking solutions (switching and wireless)
  • Juniper routers and switches
  • Fortinet firewalls
  • Palo Alto Networks firewalls
• Deep understanding of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking concepts.
• Experience with routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP.
• Strong knowledge of VLANs, STP, QoS, VPNs, NAT, ACLs, DNS, DHCP, and TCP/IP.
• Experience supporting high-availability and redundant network architectures.
• Strong troubleshooting skills using packet captures and network monitoring tools.
• Experience with network monitoring and management platforms.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Arista networking solutions is highly preferred.
• Industry certifications such as JNCIP/JNCIS, Fortinet NSE/FCP, Palo Alto PCNSE, Aruba ACSP/ACMP, or equivalent.
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS and/or Azure).
• Familiarity with network automation tools and scripting (Python, Ansible, Terraform, etc.).
• Experience supporting SD-WAN environments is a plus.

Desired Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor junior engineers.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Passion for continuous learning and staying current with evolving networking technologies.

Arctiq is an equal opportunity employer. If you need any accommodations or adjustments throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.

We thank you for your interest in joining the Arctiq team! While we welcome all applicants, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.