Job Details

Base pay range

$55.00/hr - $65.00/hr

Direct message the job poster from The Carrera Agency

Seeking a Senior Network Engineer – LAN & Wi-Fi Infrastructure to join the Management Information Systems (MIS) team. Engineer will install, configure, and manage the organization's on-premises network environment, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.

This role encompasses LAN, WAN, Wi‑Fi, and network security of on‑site and other locations on the network. The ideal candidate is a seasoned infrastructure professional with proven expertise in enterprise IT operations, advanced troubleshooting, and performance optimization in mission‑critical environments.

Overview

Location: On‑site in Piedmont, South Carolina

Duration: 6 months W2 contract with option for Contract‑to‑Hire

Compensation: $55-65/hr W2 plus benefits, higher hourly rate negotiable depending on skills and experience

No 3rd party applicants.

What You'll Do

• Install, configure, and optimize network gear (switches, routers, firewalls, APs).
• Monitor and fine‑tune performance to minimize downtime and latency.
• Lead advanced troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis for complex network issues.
• Manage hardware — cabling, racking, firmware, and vendor coordination.
• Document network diagrams, standards, and procedures.
• Partner with cross‑functional IT teams on migrations, upgrades, and new deployments.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 7+ years of hands‑on network infrastructure administration experience in enterprise environments.

Strong expertise in:

• Switching: VLANs, spanning‑tree, LACP, access/trunk port configuration.
• Routing: OSPF, BGP, VRFs, route tables.
• Wireless: Enterprise Wi‑Fi deployment, tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Security: Enterprise firewalls, NAT/security policies, IPsec VPNs.
• Expert knowledge of Meraki hardware, including firewall, switches, and wireless access points.
• Hands‑on experience with Cisco, Meraki, and FortiGate platforms.
• Strong understanding of firewalls, VPNs, NAC, SD‑WAN, VLANs, QoS, and VoIP networking.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Preferred Certifications: Cisco CCNP (Enterprise, Security), Meraki ECMS, Fortinet NSE (FortiGate), and CWNA (Certified Wireless Network Administrator).
• Hands‑on experience with scripting and automation tools (PowerShell, Python, Ansible).
• Knowledge of ITIL frameworks, including change and incident management best practices.
• Experience in compliance‑driven or regulated environments (e.g., HIPAA, SOX, PCI).

Soft Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills; able to communicate with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Highly organized, with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Customer‑first, proactive mindset with problem‑solving orientation.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Work performed in office, production floor, and warehouse environments.
• Occasional weekend and after‑hours work for maintenance windows.
• May require after‑hours support for critical incidents or maintenance windows.

Please apply today!

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology