Alpha Consulting Corp. · 20 hours ago
Job Opportunity for Network Engineer II
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$30/hr - $35/hr
5+ years expAlpha Consulting Corp. is seeking a Network Engineer II to join their team in Raleigh, NC. The role involves traveling to remote sites for network equipment installation and upgrades, providing Tier 3 support for complex LAN and wireless issues, and designing and implementing network architecture.
ConsultingPharmaceuticalHuman ResourcesStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Travel to remote sites for survey, installation, upgrade, and switch acceptance of network equipment
Serve as Tier 3 escalation point for complex LAN and Wireless issues escalated from Tier 2 engineers
Configure, support, and troubleshoot wireless systems and LAN infrastructure
Design and implement network architecture from middle-of-row to core connectivity (Layer 2 & Layer 3 – IOS)
Design, configure, and support routing protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, and Static routing
Design, implement, and manage LAN/Wireless infrastructure projects for large, complex facilities
Perform network performance monitoring, optimization, and vulnerability mitigation for switches
Provide firewall and load balancing support
Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for outages during authorized maintenance windows
Review site designs for pathways and infrastructure, including multi-floor fiber and copper backbone installations
Conduct wireless site surveys and planning using Ekahau Sidekick or similar tools
Plan and schedule network upgrades (including off-hours/weekend work) and issue notifications
Develop and maintain network documentation, diagrams, and regular project status reports
Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams for integrated system solutions
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to Tier 2 LAN Engineers
Perform all functional duties independently in a fast-paced environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years of IT experience (or equivalent additional experience in lieu of degree)
Minimum 5+ years of hands-on network engineering and support experience
Strong expertise in LAN protocols, technologies, and network architecture design
Proven experience in LAN design, implementation, and management in large/complex environments
Advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills for diagnosing complex network issues
Experience with routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, Static routing)
Strong Layer 2 and Layer 3 configuration and support (Cisco IOS)
Experience installing, configuring, operating, and supporting Cisco and multi-vendor network equipment
Experience performing switch acceptance and site reviews (circuit capacity, switch types, IOS)
Experience reading and interpreting syslogs, packet captures/sniffer logs, security logs, and OS/application network logs
Experience configuring networking parameters across network devices and operating systems
Experience with Ekahau or other Wi-Fi site survey and planning tools
Knowledge of wireless technologies and enterprise WLAN deployments
Experience with firewall and load balancing support
Strong documentation skills (network diagrams, reporting, RCA documentation)
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage projects in fast-paced environments
Willingness and ability to travel to remote sites
Preferred
Experience with Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Juniper Mist, and Fortinet wireless solutions
Experience with Ekahau Sidekick for advanced wireless site survey and planning
Experience reviewing physical infrastructure designs (fiber pathways, multi-floor penetrations, backbone infrastructure)
Experience performing vulnerability mitigation on switching platforms
Experience working in environments requiring scheduled maintenance windows and formal change management processes
Prior experience mentoring junior engineers or serving in a technical lead capacity
Experience developing infrastructure recommendations based on performance measurements and design documentation
Experience working in large enterprise or multi-site environments
Company
Alpha Consulting Corp.
Alpha Consulting Corp. has been exceeding expectations in the IT, pharmaceutical, and clinical staffing business since 1994.
201-500 employees
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