Network Engineer

- L2/L3 Campus Network Engineer - (Chesapeake, VA)

** $40.00 - $42.00 / Hourly Rate **


Apex Systems has an Immediate Need for a (40% Remote after the first few months) Campus Network Engineer in Chesapeake, VA !! This will be an "est. 6 Month Contract with possible extension" opportunity, supporting one of our Largest Commercial Clients across the East Coast! Please See Below for all Position Details & How To Apply .


*** HOW TO APPLY *** Send a Resume to: [email protected]

- Job Title: L2/L3 Campus Network Engineer


- Location: *** 40% Remote after approx. 2 Months *** / Chesapeake, VA


- Contract Layout: est. "6 Month Contract with possible extension"


- Contract Pay Rate: $40.00 - $42.00 / Hourly on W-2


*** REQUIREMENTS ***

• Eligible to work on W-2
• 3+ Years of Relevant Experience
• Layer 2 Experience ( (i.e. VLANs, tagging, trunking, AAA, Spanning Tree, etc.)
• Layer 3 Experience (subnetting (IPv4 public vs private class A, B, & C subnets), familiarity with routing protocols like OSPF and EIGRP)
• Wi-Fi Knowledge/Experience

*** JOB DESCRIPTION ***

Should have a solid understanding of L2 switching (i.e. fully understand VLANs, tagging, trunking, AAA, Spanning Tree, etc.) and a foundational knowledge of L3 networking, including subnetting (IPv4 public vs private class A, B, & C subnets), familiarity with routing protocols like OSPF and EIGRP, a basic grasp of Wi-Fi, and a strong understanding of switch installation best practices (i.e. proper network cabling, power considerations, etc).


Core Focus: Solid understanding of Layer 2, foundational Layer 3, and introductory Wi-Fi concepts.


Technical Skills

• Layer 2 (Switching):
  • VLAN creation, tagging, and trunking
  • Port security and access control
  • Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) fundamentals (PVST+, RSTP)
  • 802.1X basics and AAA authentication concepts
  • MAC address tables and ARP understanding
• Layer 3 (Basic Networking):
  • IPv4 addressing and subnetting (Class A/B/C, private vs public)
  • Default gateways and static routing
  • Intro to routing protocols (basic OSPF and EIGRP concepts)
• Wi-Fi (Introductory Level):
  • Understanding SSIDs, channels, and basic RF concepts
  • Wi-Fi standards overview (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
  • Basic AP setup and controller awareness
  • Wi-Fi troubleshooting basics (signal strength, interference)
• Installation & Best Practices:
  • Switch installation, racking, and cabling standards
  • Power and grounding considerations (PoE, UPS)
  • Network documentation and labeling
• Tools & Soft Skills:
  • Familiarity with network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, PRTG, etc.)
  • Wireshark basics for packet inspection
  • Clear communication and adherence to change management procedures

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