Job Description
Network Engineer
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6 to 12 month contract
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Columbia, MD - Fully Onsite
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Overview:
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- CCNP level experience required. Cert preferred, but experience should suffice.
- **STRONG WITH CISCO ISE.
- No design work
- Cutovers with upgrades
- Switch replacement
- No firewall experience needed
- Any understanding of wireless, Meraki would be helpful but not required.
- Understanding of VLANs
- Understanding of how phones are connected
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Position Summary:
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We are seeking a motivated Network Engineer with a strong networking foundation and CCNP-level knowledge to support a variety of network infrastructure projects within a large enterprise environment. This individual will work under the guidance of a senior CCIE-level engineer, assisting with network upgrades, switch deployments, and Meraki camera initiatives across multiple locations.
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This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to gain hands-on experience supporting enterprise networking projects while expanding their technical skills alongside experienced network architects.
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Responsibilities:
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· Perform Layer 2 access switch replacements and network hardware refreshes.
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· Configure and deploy Cisco switches and perform basic router configurations.
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· Support network upgrade projects, including planned cutovers and migrations.
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· Assist with the deployment and support of Meraki camera infrastructure.
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· Troubleshoot network connectivity issues and respond to outage-related support requests.
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. Provide hands-on support for wireless access points when needed, escalating to senior engineers for advanced troubleshooting.
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· Verify network connectivity following installations and upgrades.
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· Work closely with a CCIE-level engineer on implementation activities and project execution.
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· Document completed work and communicate project status to the team.
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Required Qualifications
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· CCNP certification or equivalent networking knowledge.
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· Strong Experience with Cisco ISE.
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· Experience configuring Cisco switches in an enterprise environment.
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· Understanding of Layer 2/Layer 3 networking fundamentals.
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· Solid knowledge of VLANs and network segmentation.
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· Understanding of how VoIP phones connect and communicate across a network.
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· Experience supporting network cutovers, hardware replacements, or infrastructure upgrades.
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· Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
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· Ability to work onsite in Columbia, MD.
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Preferred Qualifications:
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· Experience with Cisco Meraki products.
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· Basic understanding of wireless networking concepts, including access points, SSIDs, RF fundamentals, and wireless troubleshooting.
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· Experience supporting Meraki wireless or camera deployments.
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· Exposure to Cisco router configuration.
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Nice to Know:
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· This is an implementation-focused role—not a network design position.
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· Firewall administration is not required.
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· Candidates should be comfortable performing hands-on network installations, upgrades, and troubleshooting while collaborating with senior engineering resources.
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. Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn are essential for success in this role.