Network Engineer II

Endurance IT Services • Newport News, VA

40d • Onsite

About The Position

The Network Engineer II is a critical role within our IT infrastructure team, focused on designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, high -performance enterprise networks. This 6 -month contract position offers the opportunity to work on advanced networking projects involving Layer 2–Layer 7 technologies, including routing, firewalls, Wi -Fi infrastructure, and Network Access Control (NAC). The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in enterprise networking, a proactive approach to problem -solving, and the ability to collaborate across teams to enhance network reliability, security, and scalability. With an option -to -hire and fee waiver after 6 months, this role provides a clear path for long -term engagement. The position is onsite in Newport News, VA, and requires a deep understanding of modern networking practices and technologies.

Requirements

• Proven experience with core networking technologies (L2–L3), including advanced VLAN design, trunking, and inter -VLAN routing.
• Hands -on experience configuring EtherChannel/LACP and advanced STP features (PortFast, BPDU Guard, Root Guard).
• Strong proficiency in OSPF and EIGRP configuration and troubleshooting.
• Experience with redundant gateway protocols including HSRP, VRRP, and GLBP.
• Familiarity with VRFs and route leaking at an introductory level.
• Knowledge of upper -layer networking (L4–L7), including firewall fundamentals (stateful inspection, NAT, ACLs).
• Ability to perform application -layer troubleshooting for DNS, DHCP, HTTP, and HTTPS.
• Understanding of QoS concepts, including classification, marking, and queuing.
• Intermediate -level Wi -Fi expertise, including WLC configuration and RF optimization.
• Experience with NAC solutions such as Cisco ISE or Aruba ClearPass (CPPM).
• Required certifications: CCNA, Network+, Security+

Nice To Haves

• Preferred certification: CCNP (strongly enhances candidacy)
• Experience with industrial Ethernet switching and familiarity with Moxa industrial switches is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 network configurations to ensure high availability and optimal performance.
• Configure and maintain dynamic routing protocols such as OSPF and EIGRP, along with redundant gateway technologies (HSRP, VRRP, GLBP).
• Deploy and manage firewall policies using NAT, ACLs, and stateful inspection to enforce security standards.
• Troubleshoot application -layer issues for services including DNS, DHCP, HTTP, and HTTPS.
• Manage and optimize Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) configurations, RF tuning, roaming performance, and wireless coverage.
• Implement and maintain Network Access Control (NAC) solutions such as Cisco ISE or Aruba ClearPass (CPPM).
• Support network segmentation using VRFs and assist with introductory BGP and MPLS configurations.
• Monitor network performance, analyze logs, and proactively resolve issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate network documentation, participate in change control processes, and contribute to network design and architecture reviews.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed