Data Network Engineer

Description:
Hybrid 3 days on-site in Charlotte, NC

Our client seeks a Tier III Network Operations Engineer to troubleshoot and resolve complex WAN, LAN, routing, switching, and wireless issues. The role focuses on break-fix support and operational reliability of enterprise network solutions. It requires strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, wireless, basic datacenter and network security concepts, and familiarity with automation and monitoring. The engineer will operate with minimal supervision and collaborate within small teams using Agile principles.

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. 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: $90000.00 to $110000.00/hr. w2

Responsibilities:

• Support internal data networks with focus on improving reliability.
• Troubleshoot LAN, WAN and wireless network performance issues.
• Perform troubleshooting and analysis of appliances such as firewalls and WAN accelerators.
• Provide timely resolution to trouble tickets.
• Contribute to and participate in network improvement initiatives.
• Participate in on-call rotation duties.
• Collaborate across all tiers of the operations organization.

Experience Requirements:

• Proficiency with Cisco Systems, TCP/IP, routing, switching, LAN, and WAN.
• Prior Tier 2 or Tier 3 network operations support experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex routing and switching issues.
• Knowledge of VLANs, Ethernet, MPLS, ACI, ISE, and SD-WAN.
• Experience with ACI fabric configuration and troubleshooting, including spine and leaf switches, APICs, and tenant configurations.
• Familiarity with wireless standards, wireless security protocols, and wireless network configuration and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with network monitoring and tools such as ThousandEyes, LiveAction, SolarWinds, and Wireshark.
• Experience performing Cisco IOS updates and general network maintenance.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to resolve connectivity and performance issues.
• Continuous learning mindset and familiarity with automation and monitoring concepts.
• Good written and oral communication skills and effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with some supervision and to prioritize activities based on priority.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology and two years of related work experience, or High School/GED and six years of related work experience.
• Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or Network+ are desired.

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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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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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