Network Engineer I

Hireteq Solutions • Chesapeake, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Network Engineer I (NE1) – Foundational / Entry Level. This is a 6-month contract position with the possibility of extension or conversion to permanent for the right candidate. The role is 100% onsite and requires a solid understanding of Layer 2, foundational Layer 3, and introductory Wi-Fi concepts.

Requirements

• Solid understanding of Layer 2 concepts.
• Foundational understanding of Layer 3 concepts.
• Introductory understanding of Wi-Fi concepts.
• Experience with VLAN creation, tagging, and trunking.
• Experience with port security and access control.
• Knowledge of Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) fundamentals (PVST+, RSTP).
• Familiarity with 802.1X basics and AAA authentication concepts.
• Understanding of MAC address tables and ARP.
• Proficiency in IPv4 addressing and subnetting (Class A/B/C, private vs public).
• Experience with default gateways and static routing.
• Basic understanding of OSPF and EIGRP concepts.
• Understanding of SSIDs, channels, and basic RF concepts.
• Knowledge of Wi-Fi standards overview (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax).
• Experience with basic AP setup and controller awareness.
• Ability to perform Wi-Fi troubleshooting basics (signal strength, interference).
• Familiarity with switch installation, racking, and cabling standards.
• Understanding of power and grounding considerations (PoE, UPS).
• Proficiency in network documentation and labeling.
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, PRTG, etc.).
• Basic Wireshark skills for packet inspection.
• Clear communication skills.
• Adherence to change management procedures.

Responsibilities

• Create, tag, and trunk VLANs.
• Implement port security and access control.
• Understand and apply Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) fundamentals (PVST+, RSTP).
• Configure and manage 802.1X basics and AAA authentication concepts.
• Manage MAC address tables and ARP.
• Perform IPv4 addressing and subnetting (Class A/B/C, private vs public).
• Configure default gateways and static routing.
• Understand basic OSPF and EIGRP concepts.
• Set up SSIDs, channels, and understand basic RF concepts.
• Understand Wi-Fi standards overview (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax).
• Perform basic AP setup and controller awareness.
• Conduct basic Wi-Fi troubleshooting (signal strength, interference).
• Install switches, manage racking, and adhere to cabling standards.
• Ensure proper power and grounding considerations (PoE, UPS).
• Maintain network documentation and labeling.
• Utilize network monitoring tools.
• Perform packet inspection using Wireshark.
• Communicate clearly and adhere to change management procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed