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Network Engineer
IT Infrastructure
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55401
Contract
Ref.: 141817
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a Network Engineer III to support large-scale network infrastructure initiatives focused on lifecycle management, network modernization, and operational support across enterprise environments. This role will primarily support Cisco infrastructure refresh projects, FortiGate firewall deployments, network upgrades, and day-to-day network operations.
The ideal candidate will have strong networking fundamentals, experience with Cisco networking technologies, and the ability to work independently in a collaborative engineering environment. This position offers significant opportunities to expand into FortiGate, cloud networking, and advanced network engineering technologies.
Core Responsibilities
At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice.
Marketing Disclosure
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from KellyMitchell and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.careers.kellymitchell.com/privacy-policy
Our client is seeking a Network Engineer III to support large-scale network infrastructure initiatives focused on lifecycle management, network modernization, and operational support across enterprise environments. This role will primarily support Cisco infrastructure refresh projects, FortiGate firewall deployments, network upgrades, and day-to-day network operations.
The ideal candidate will have strong networking fundamentals, experience with Cisco networking technologies, and the ability to work independently in a collaborative engineering environment. This position offers significant opportunities to expand into FortiGate, cloud networking, and advanced network engineering technologies.
Core Responsibilities
- Support large-scale network lifecycle management initiatives involving Cisco infrastructure refreshes
- Assist with enterprise network modernization projects across service centers and substations
- Deploy, configure, and support Cisco switches, routers, and wireless access points
- Support FortiGate firewall requests, configurations, upgrades, and deployments
- Perform IOS upgrades and firmware updates across network infrastructure platforms
- Troubleshoot network incidents and service requests submitted through ServiceNow
- Participate in network operations support activities and incident resolution
- Assist with network change implementations and maintenance activities
- Collaborate with project managers, field operations teams, network engineers, and technical SMEs
- Monitor network performance and proactively identify issues
- Participate in after-hours maintenance windows and network changes as required
- Document network changes, configurations, and operational procedures
- Work closely with senior engineers to learn advanced networking technologies and enterprise environments
- Experience supporting enterprise network environments
- Strong understanding of Layer 2 networking concepts
- Experience working with Cisco network infrastructure
- Ability to troubleshoot network connectivity issues
- Experience handling incidents and service requests
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within engineering teams
- Cisco Routing & Switching
- Layer 2 Networking
- TCP/IP
- VLANs
- Network Troubleshooting
- Cisco IOS
- Enterprise Network Operations
- ServiceNow
- Network Monitoring
- Network Infrastructure Support
- Switches
- Routers
- Wireless Access Points
- FortiGate firewall experience
- Cisco Nexus experience
- Arista networking experience
- Utility or Energy industry experience
- Cloud networking exposure
- ServiceNow experience
- CCNA Certification
- CCNP Certification
- CompTIA Network+ Certification
- Proactive Problem Solving
- Collaborative Communication
- Adaptability and Continuous Learning
- Location: Remote
- Standard business hours (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM or 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
- Occasional after-hours maintenance windows
- Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $75.00 and $85.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
- Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
- 401K offered
At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice.
Marketing Disclosure
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from KellyMitchell and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.careers.kellymitchell.com/privacy-policy
