Network Engineer

Responsibilities

We are seeking a mid-level Network Engineer onsite in Brandon, FL. The ideal candidate will have strong firewall experience, a solid foundation in enterprise networking, and familiarity with cloud environments—particularly AWS. While deep cloud networking expertise is not mandatory, candidates should understand how cloud environments interact with network operations. This position is onsite and will initially work with the internal team for onboarding and project alignment.

Key Responsibilities (60%):

• Implement network changes as needed to support infrastructure
• Identify network and firewall requirements for internal systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues affecting projects
• Coordinate with the Data & Analytics team to align network needs with overall data strategies

Network Operations Support (40%):

• Support network operations by providing project support for various internal network technology initiatives
• Support and maintain CISCO ACI Fabric deployments
• Participate in network upgrades, optimizations, and troubleshooting for enterprise networks

• 3-7+ years of experience in Network Engineering
• Hands‑on firewall experience (Check Point strongly preferred)
• Solid understanding of enterprise networking concepts (routing, switching, VPNs)
• Familiarity with AWS cloud environments (understanding of cloud networking concepts)
• Strong problem‑solving and cross‑functional collaboration skills
• Ability to work onsite in Brandon, FL
• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls (nice to have)
• Understanding of Cloud Guard (beneficial)

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note:

Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.