Network Engineer

Description
The Sr. Network Engineer's role is to ensure the stability and integrity of in-house data, video, and wireless network services. This is achieved by planning, designing, and developing local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) across the organization within the Data Center and Cloud environments. In addition, the Network Engineer will participate with the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all security network hardware, software, and communication links.

This individual will also analyze and resolve security network hardware and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion and provide end user training where required.
Primary Responsibilities
Strategy & Planning
o Interact with application personnel and other infrastructure personnel to
develop and support secure, network aware applications
o Develop a strong working relationship by working collaboratively with peer
employees in the operations network services teams and partner
organizations chartered with protecting resources
o Collaborate with executive management and department leaders to assess
near- and long-term network needs across LAN, WAN, Cloud, and Network
Security
o Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration,
network mapping, processes, and service records
o Develop, implement and maintain policies, procedures, and associated
training plans for network administration, usage, and disaster recovery
Acquisition & Deployment
o Design, deploy and support company LANs, WANs, Cloud, wireless
networks, routers, firewalls, IPS/IDS systems, Identity Services Engine (ISE),
Proxy's, ZTNA, and other network hardware and Technology
o Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards
to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry
o Oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades
o Interact with vendors. Understand vendor offerings, assist in the creation of
proposals, and assess vendor replies
Operational Management
o Maintain, tune, administer and troubleshoot network infrastructure. This
position is focused on Data Center LAN, WAN, Cloud, and network security
capabilities
o Create and maintain firewall and proxy policies
o Support physical network and virtual network security environments
o Work closely with vendor partners for advanced / escalated trouble-shooting
o Author and maintain standard operating procedures and work instructions
o Participate in projects that are delivered via third party partners
o Follow established change management policies and process
o Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed
o Participate in managing all network security solutions including Remote
Access, VPN, Firewall, IDS, ZTNA and security management applications
o Manage and/or provide guidance to junior members of the team

Position Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred
7 - 12 years in a lead network analyst or engineer position
Cisco certifications, CCNA, CCNP or CCIE
Cisco Nexus and ACI
Cloud networking and security (Azure, AWS)
ISE
Firewalls (ASA/Palo Alto)
Wireless
Meraki
Secure Web Gateway
Call center experience is desirable
PCI/retail experience is desirable
Skills
enterprise data center networking, cisco nexus, Cisco ACI, Palo Alto Firewalls, azure network, express route, DNS, ccna, CCNP, CCIE, aws, meraki, ISE, network security, zero trust, secure web gateway, meraki wireless, broader enterprise security engineering
Top Skills Details
enterprise data center networking,cisco nexus,Cisco ACI,Palo Alto Firewalls,azure network,express route,DNS,ccna,CCNP,CCIE,aws,meraki,ISE
Additional Skills & Qualifications
PC/retail experience is desirable
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/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. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.
Final date to receive applications
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 11, 2026.

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