Network Engineer - Field & Customer Deployments

Montel Technologies is an industry leader in physical security, IT infrastructure, and IoT integration, providing enterprise‑grade video management, access control, and intelligent building solutions for government, transportation, and enterprise clients.Our team delivers high‑performance systems that secure some of the most mission‑critical environments across the country. Montel Technologies holds various Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certifications across multiple states, including Illinois, Wisconsin, Florida, Texas, Arizona, and California. Thecompany is committed to providing high‑quality technology solutions while fostering a diverse and equitable workplace. Montel Technologies partners with public and private sector organizations, contributing to innovative and efficient solutions for complex technological challenges. The company emphasizes inclusivity and excellence in serving its clients across diverse industries and sectors. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support customer‑facing deployments and ongoing network operations across multiple environments. This role is hands‑on and field‑oriented, focused on designing, installing, configuring, and supporting secure, high‑availability networks for new installations and existing customer sites. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in live production environments, understands structured cabling and enterprise networking, and can independently manage projects while collaborating with internal teams and clients. Key Responsibilities Install, configure, and support network infrastructure at customer sites, including switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless systems Support new system deployments and upgrades for enterprise and municipal customers Manage and troubleshoot LAN, WAN, VLAN, VPN, and wireless networks Configure and support network security, including firewall rules, segmentation, and access controls Perform network troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and remediation in live environments Support IP‑based systems such as video surveillance, access control, and IoT/edge devices Conduct site surveys and provide network design recommendations Maintain accurate documentation, including network diagrams, IP schemas, and as‑built drawings Coordinate with project managers, electricians, and low‑voltage teams during installations Provide post‑deployment support and ongoing network maintenance Required Qualifications Minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience as a Network Engineer or Network Technician Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking fundamentals Experience configuring managed switches (VLANs, trunking, PoE, STP) Experience with firewalls and network security best practices Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues in the field Experience working on customer sites and in production environments Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally Preferred Qualifications Experience with Cisco, Meraki, Ubiquiti, Aruba, or similar enterprise networking platforms Experience supporting IP video surveillance and access control systems Knowledge of fiber optics, SFPs, and network cabling standards Familiarity with Microsoft environments (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP) Industry certifications (CCNA, Network+, or similar) are a plus What We Offer Competitive salary based on experience Hands‑on work with modern enterprise and municipal networks Opportunity to work on large‑scale, high‑visibility projects Growth potential within a rapidly expanding technology firm Supportive team environment with real engineering responsibility #J-18808-Ljbffr