Network Engineer - TIDC

Connection•Wilmington, OH

12h•$95,000 - $122,500

About The Position

Working under general supervision, the Senior Network Engineer contributes to designs, builds and maintaining network and infrastructure solutions within the Configuration Lab and Technology Integration and Distribution Center (TIDC). This role relies on experience and engineering judgement to plan and accomplish goals while supporting high-quality, scalable customer solution delivery. The Network Engineer develops and maintains configuration lab infrastructure, performs advanced troubleshooting, and collaborates with internal teams and customers to recommend, design, and validate solutions based on evolving requirements. This includes working across VPNs, switching, routing, wireless, server infrastructure, and imaging solutions. We calm the confusion of IT by guiding the connection between people and technology. If a customer is looking for a better way to manage their warehouse inventory, equip their workforce, or secure their data, we make it happen. All it takes is finding the right combination of tech hardware, software, cloud solutions, and support services. That’s what we do. We’re the IT Department’s IT Department. Our team is made stronger by a multitude of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. It’s what makes Connection unique—what drives us to innovate and create technology solutions that stand apart from the crowd. We’d love for you to be a part of that fabric, to share your ideas and experiences with a team that thrives on fresh thinking, creativity, and helping others.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, or Cyber Security or the equivalent combination of education and work experience
Advanced knowledge in network platform methodologies with the ability to correctly design and build networks schemas based on customer requirements.
Strong understanding of routing and switching technologies, including BGP, IGP protocols (OSPF, IS-IS), VRFs, NAT, and network segmentation
Advanced network troubleshooting skills, server virtualization, and security protocols across the TCP/IP stack
Technical documentation and communication skills (Visio, HLD/LLD diagraming)
Working knowledge of network automation concepts, including Python, Ansible, REST APIs, and structured data formats (JSON, YAML)
Familiarity with source-of-truth and automation platforms such as Nautobot, NetBox, or similar
Understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) and model-driven network automation concepts
Exposure to or foundational understanding of AI-assisted operations and emerging agentic AI concepts in network automation and infrastructure management
Advanced knowledge of various operating systems
Proficient knowledge of various imaging software
Working knowledge of the business application of network solutions with ability to assist customers in improving their business goals by delivering high quality networking solutions.
Business and technical analysis skills with ability to define and organize all software and hardware requirements of a customer’s configuration.

Nice To Haves

CCNA, CCDA, CCNP, CCDP, Cisco Automation / DevNet Certifications, CompTIA Cloud+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, VMware, UniFi UFSP, URSCA etc.

Responsibilities

Designs and builds network infrastructure solutions using advanced knowledge in networking concepts to deliver the best-in-class solutions to our clients
Designs and builds server infrastructures to ensure the configuration center performs at optimal efficiencies by using advanced knowledge in virtualization and hardware concepts.
Contributes to the development and adoption of automation and standardization practices within the Configuration Lab, including support for API-driven workflows and repeatable deployment models.
Develops and maintains the integration and documentation of VPNs, switching and routing infrastructure, servers, imaging solutions, and preventative maintenance schedules
Oversee integration of VPNs or imaging solution devices to the internal laboratory networks.
Maintains support on all servers and internal network systems.
Performs monthly logged preventative maintenance schedule on all internal devices.
Provides estimated configuration time/resources or required hardware to complete configurations.
Guides Network Technicians who specialize in supporting the Configuration Lab network, as well as those who configure customer equipment