Network Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Network Engineer to join a paper and packaging organization in Allentown, Pennsylvania in a contract-to-permanent role. This position focuses on strengthening and supporting a complex enterprise network environment, with an emphasis on Cisco infrastructure, security platforms, and reliable connectivity across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, a practical approach to troubleshooting, and the ability to help shape scalable network standards and architecture.

Responsibilities:
• Administer and support enterprise network infrastructure, including Cisco routing, switching, wireless, and security technologies across a multi-site environment.
• Evaluate network capacity and business needs to help design, implement, and enhance secure, resilient architecture solutions.
• Oversee network hardware, software tools, and related platforms to maintain stability, availability, and operational performance.
• Monitor network health, investigate incidents, and deliver Tier 2 support for escalated service requests and infrastructure events.
• Create and maintain clear technical documentation for installations, configurations, standards, and operational procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation, standardization, and adoption of practical network administration tools.
• Apply and reinforce infrastructure best practices, departmental policies, and technical governance requirements.
• Maintain issue tracking records and technical knowledge resources to support faster diagnosis and resolution of recurring problems.
• Stay informed on evolving networking and security technologies and recommend improvements aligned with organizational needs.
• Support secure segmentation, firewall administration, and environment upgrades or code-level changes where required.• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, business systems, or a related field.
• 5+ years of IT networking experience with hands-on success designing, building, and supporting Cisco-based environments.
• 3+ years of experience supporting live production networks in a business-critical setting.
• 3+ years of experience working within multi-site or multinational infrastructure environments.
• Strong expertise with Cisco routers, Cisco Catalyst switches, and broader Cisco networking technologies.
• Experience with security and connectivity platforms such as Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco Firepower, Meraki wireless, Zscaler, and network segmentation solutions.
• Background implementing secure, segmented network designs and managing high-availability configurations, performance monitoring, backups, and advanced switching features.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal teams, leadership, and external vendors.