Network / Infrastructure Engineer

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Network/Infrastructure Engineer in Louisville, KY, Las Vegas, NV or Fort Worth, TX. Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and support MDF and IDF rooms from scratch, including rack layout, power planning, grounding, labeling, and documentation
• Deploy and maintain Ubiquiti infrastructure (switches, APs, gateways, UPS, RPS, cameras)
• Perform structured cabling (Cat6/Cat6A), including cable routing, termination, testing, and cleanup
• Safely operate scissor lifts to install APs, cameras, and cabling at height
• Design and review network layouts, floor plans, and infrastructure diagrams
• Conduct Wi-Fi heatmaps and coverage analysis (Ekahau or equivalent)
• Implement network redundancy, power failover, and resiliency best practices
• Configure VLANs, routing, firewall rules, VPNs, and basic network security controls
• Troubleshoot network issues across OSI Layers 1-7
• Travel to fulfillment centers to support launches, expansions, and remediation work
• Create and maintain clear documentation (network diagrams, runbooks, standards)
• Coach and support junior IT staff through hands-on guidance and knowledge sharing

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, Computer Science, or related field required
• Equivalent professional experience may be considered
• Highly desirable certifications: Ubiquiti (URSCA or equivalent); CompTIA Network+; Cisco CCNA; CWNA / CWDP (wireless)
• Ongoing certification and training encouraged
• Experience with MDF/IDF design, rack builds, and structured cabling
• Strong understanding of network fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, ports, firewalls)
• Deep familiarity with Ubiquiti ecosystem
• Knowledge of power redundancy, UPS, RPS, and environmental considerations
• Solid grasp of network security basics and access control concepts
• Comfortable working across Linux/Mac/Windows networking environments
• Ability to independently execute physical installs in warehouse environments

Professional Expectations:

• Highly organized with strong documentation habits
• Sense of urgency and ability to prioritize operational impact
• Clear, professional communication with IT and Operations teams
• Self-starter mentality - sees problems and fixes them
• Willingness to be onsite and hands-on when the business needs it