Network Engineer IV

Network Engineer IV
Location: Fully Remote - US Only
Duration: 4 month contract
Pay Rate: $85.45/hr on W2
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision; paid vacation/sick leave, 401k
 

About the Role:
The main function of a network engineer is to determine user requirements and design specifications for computer networks. A typical network engineer is responsible for planning and implementing network upgrades. This role supports colocation, data centers, and deployments.

Responsibilites:

• Leading the deployment of new processes and driving successful rollout initiatives.
• Analyze and make recommendations to adjust network sizes to meet volume or capacity demands.
• Supervise network operations, maintenance, repairs or upgrades.
• Review and approve equipment configuration prototypes, including network hardware, software, servers, or server operation systems.
• Review and approve solutions for network problems.
• Review and approve conceptual, logical or physical network designs.
• Develop procedures to track, project or report network availability, reliability, capacity or utilization.
• Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.

Must Have Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field
• Strong understanding of computer software, including configuration management, operating systems, and internet directory services.
• Expertise in computer hardware as it relates to data storage.
• Proven problem-solving abilities, particularly in reviewing and approving solutions for network issues.
• Solid grasp of IT fundamentals.

Nice to Have Qualifications:

• Strong mentoring skills (to provide support and constructive feedback).
• Verbal and written communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time