Network Engineer

Location: Hillsboro, OR (On-site)

Employment Type: Contract to Hire

Salary Range: $120,000 - $140,000

We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer to join our team in support of one of our valued clients based in Hillsboro, Oregon. This fully on-site role offers the chance to work within a large, enterprise-grade network environment, contributing to infrastructure operations, design, and optimization efforts alongside a collaborative and experienced IT team.

Position Overview:

As a Network Engineer, you'll be responsible for the maintenance, support, and continuous improvement of enterprise network infrastructure across data centers and branch locations. Your focus will include day-to-day network operations, patching, troubleshooting, and the implementation of new technologies. You will also collaborate cross-functionally and play a role in mentoring junior team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and support data center switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Design and document network infrastructure, including branch and data center layouts and diagrams.
• Monitor and address network outages and performance issues in a timely manner.
• Manage configuration and version control for all network hardware.
• Partner with internal teams and vendors to support and enhance network capabilities.
• Coordinate with circuit providers to resolve connectivity issues.
• Share expertise by mentoring junior engineers and contributing to knowledge transfer.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for critical incidents and escalations.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented work culture with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.
• 7-10 years of experience supporting Cisco-based enterprise networks.
• Advanced knowledge of routing protocols (TCP/IP, VRFs, BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, EVPN, GRE).
• Proficiency with SD-WAN technologies, switches, APs, and MX devices.
• Experience with Cisco Nexus 9K, ISR, ASR, and Catalyst series.
• Strong understanding of network configuration, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Cisco ACI and F5 load balancer experience preferred.

· Experience with various automation or scripting tools (Ansible, Python, ADO) preferred.

• Familiarity with Azure VNETs and hybrid cloud connectivity preferred.
• Familiarity with Palo Alto Next Gen firewalls and Panorama preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and a customer-first mindset.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary Range: $120,000 - $140,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications)
• Incentives: Eligible for performance-based bonuses
• Benefits Include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Tuition assistance and mental health resources
  • Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, and volunteer days
  • Additional perks such as legal support, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discounts

Benefits are effective the first of the month following hire for associates regularly scheduled to work 30+ hours per week.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.