Job Description

Salary: $102,000 - 142,000 per year Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field
• Over 5 years of experience as a Network Engineer with a focus on the design and implementation of medium to large-scale WAN/LAN networks
• More than 5 years of comprehensive knowledge in enterprise network technologies, including core switching, firewalls, routing (edge and core), wireless, VLANs, DMZs, IDS/IPS, network load balancing, and VPN
• Expert understanding of TCP/IP and IP Security protocols, such as IPSec, SSL, and TLS
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification preferred
• Current CCNA and/or CCDA certification preferred
• Additional certifications such as CCSP, CCIE, or other industry-recognized credentials are advantageous
• Experience with Cisco Call Manager is considered a significant advantage
• Familiarity with the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework is beneficial
• Knowledge of core server technologies including virtualization, blade server architecture, SAN storage, and high availability setups is a plus
• Experience with VMware and Windows systems is advantageous

• Design, set up, and configure intricate network systems that support both secure and open access as well as voice and video applications
• Gather complex network requirements to develop robust and scalable network designs
• Conduct capacity planning and performance optimization for enterprise-scale systems and network infrastructures
• Align network infrastructure objectives with organizational goals
• Perform in-depth investigations into technologies and issues, recommending preferred hardware or solutions
• Create and maintain detailed design documents, including Visio diagrams, architecture definitions, IP allocations, device descriptions, and functional narratives
• Assist in the configuration of multi-server environments including IP address schemes, DNS, WINS, and Ether-Channel (bonding)
• Install and configure client and server network software for upgrading and maintaining network and telecommunication systems
• Oversee multi-site network operations and software applications, ensuring regular maintenance for both private and public facilities
• Collaborate in a team-oriented environment, using expertise and judgment to achieve goals
• Engage with vendors for hardware procurement and telecommunication WAN circuit provisioning
• Manage assigned projects and program components to ensure alignment with business objectives
• Provide mentorship by sharing knowledge and fostering skill redundancy within the team
• Lead or support technology evaluations, proof-of-concept, and implementation stages
• Collaborate across teams to help determine strategic direction focused on enabling business goals
• Support daily operational networking activities as required

• Cisco
• Hardware
• Support
• ITIL
• LAN
• Load Balancing
• Network
• Security
• TCP/IP
• VPN
• VMware
• Windows

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We at Southern Research are seeking a Network Engineer to oversee our network infrastructure, which encompasses the architecture, implementation, and support of our production LAN/WAN and telecommunication systems. Our ideal candidate will exhibit a strong initiative and the ability to work with minimal supervision, utilizing the latest networking technologies to create highly available solutions tailored to our business needs. Its essential for the Network Engineer to remain informed about emerging technologies, security practices, and best-practice guidelines to recommend enhancements. This role may require occasional on-call support to minimize impact on daily operations, but travel will be limited. Join our dynamic team and help us drive technological innovation!

last updated 14 week of 2026

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