Length: 1 year contract (Possible Extension or Permanent Conversion)
Shift: Monday- Friday Core Hours
Location: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote in San Antonio, TX or Remote
Compensation: $60+/hr.
Experience: Mid- Senior Level Network Engineer
*If interested and qualified, please contact the Professional Recruiter, Nicole, at nrosipal@apexsystems.com
About the Project:
The Project is a high-profile initiative that has already saved the company $10 million in its first region rollout. This project focuses on building out Local Area Networks (LAN) to integrate new devices and ensure seamless communication. This is likely to be a longer-term project requiring sharp and skilled individuals.
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated mid-level Network Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in network engineering and be capable of managing and optimizing our network infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure
Troubleshoot and resolve network issues
Monitor network performance and ensure system availability and reliability
Configure and install various Cisco network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN)
Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes, and security configurations
Collaborate with network architects on network optimization
Provide Level-2/3 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field or 3-5 minimum years of experience in network engineering
Strong understanding of network infrastructure and Cisco network hardware
Experience with network security practices and procedures
Proficiency in network monitoring and troubleshooting tools
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP) are a plus