Communication Network Engineer Mid

Description

Top Skills' Details

• Active Secret Clearance and Security+
• Cisco, VPN, WAN
• Network Administrator experience

CCNA Must be acquired in 6 month period - preferred when starting

you will be expected to install and maintain network devices at the site and work with the NOC technicians and managers to troubleshoot outages and resolve network related issues. You will be responsible to create ticket for maintenances using HPE Service Manager. Candidates will be expected to understand, implement, and follow processes in accordance with current policies and procedures. Perform escalation and additional tasks as directed.

Take Direction from the Regional Leader and Site Leaders

The successful candidate will have basic working knowledge in the Networking and Information Technology field with 2-4 plus years’ experience in the Information Technology Field with basic Networking knowledge. Position requires the basic skills to manage the execution of maintenance activities and network outages. Fundamental understanding of the OSI Model is required. Candidate needs a basic understanding of network devices such as servers, routers, switches, associated software tools, and cabling in a large LAN/MAN/BAN/WAN environment.

Knowledge of network protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP is a Plus. Knowledge and experience working with wireless technologies, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), and WAN Accelerators and associated technologies is highly desirable. Some travel may be required.

• Ccna
• Cisco routers
• Cisco switches
• Bgp
• Troubleshooting
• Switches
• Data center
• Lan
• Routing
• Wan
• Router
• Vpn
• Network engineering
• Paloalto
• Firewall
• Wireless
• Ccnp
• Nexus
• Juniper
• Infrastructure
• Network architecture
• Routers and switches
• Ospf
• Network infrastructure
• Sd-wan
• Network security
• Configuration

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract position based out of Gulfport, MS.

The pay range for this position is $45.67 - $48.07/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Gulfport, MS.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 1, 2026.

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