Enterprise Network Engineer – Upgrades & Meraki Deployments

Calance; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Calance is seeking a motivated Network Engineer to support enterprise networking projects in Columbia, MD, under guidance of senior staff. The role focuses on implementing Layer 2/3 configurations, upgrading switches, and Meraki camera initiatives across multiple locations.

You will gain hands-on experience working with CCNP-level knowledge, Cisco ISE, and Cisco Meraki products, while collaborating with experienced engineers to deliver reliable network services and support.

Qualifications

• CCNP certification or equivalent networking knowledge.
• Strong experience with Cisco ISE.
• Experience configuring Cisco switches in an enterprise environment.
• Understanding of Layer 2/Layer 3 networking fundamentals.
• Solid knowledge of VLANs and network segmentation.
• Understanding of how VoIP phones connect and communicate across a network.
• Experience supporting network cutovers, hardware replacements, or infrastructure upgrades.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work onsite in Columbia, MD.

Responsibilities

• Perform Layer 2 access switch replacements and hardware refreshes.
• Configure and deploy Cisco switches and perform basic router configurations.
• Support network upgrade projects, including planned cutovers and migrations.
• Assist with the deployment and support of Meraki camera infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity issues and respond to outage-related support requests.
• Provide hands-on support for wireless access points when needed, escalating to senior engineers for advanced troubleshooting.
• Verify network connectivity following installations and upgrades.
• Work closely with a CCIE-level engineer on implementation activities and project execution.
• Document completed work and communicate project status to the team.

Skills

CCNP certification

Cisco ISE

Cisco switches

L2/L3 fundamentals

VLANs

VoIP networking

Network cutovers

Troubleshooting

Onsite Columbia, MD

Tools

Cisco Meraki

Job description

Calance is seeking a motivated Network Engineer to support enterprise networking projects in Columbia, MD, under guidance of senior staff. The role focuses on implementing Layer 2/3 configurations, upgrading switches, and Meraki camera initiatives across multiple locations.

You will gain hands-on experience working with CCNP-level knowledge, Cisco ISE, and Cisco Meraki products, while collaborating with experienced engineers to deliver reliable network services and support.