Event Network Engineer — Travel‑Ready & Client‑Facing

Socket.dev; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EOS IT Solutions seeks an Event Solutions Engineer to design, operate, and implement onsite and offsite networks for events. You will manage deployments, test connectivity, and coordinate with venues, ISPs, and vendors to ensure high-quality service and adherence to client standards.

The role requires hands-on networking expertise, strong project management, and excellent communication. Travel to events, including London and international sites, is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in network deployment, Windows, Mac, Cloud, Hardware.
• Certifications: CCNA, CCNP, or CompTIA Network+.
• Client Facing/Customer Service skills are paramount.
• Experience managing client expectations and troubleshooting in live event environments.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and organizational skills.
• Experience with IDFs, Data Centers, and office space.
• Experience with VPNs (DVMRP, GRE, IPSec/SSL VPNs).
• Experience with MAN/WAN – MPLS, SD-WAN.
• Knowledge of 802.1x and network segmentation.

Responsibilities

• Review client requests and provide technical support for the integration of IT and Network services at onsite and offsite Events.
• Coordinate all proposals and work provided by event venues, HSIA providers, ISPs, and/or 3rd party vendors.
• Deploy, test, and support (directly/remotely) Event networks, WiFi, IT Assets, IT Help Desk, and Experiential Technology.
• Deliver technical resources within the Event’s budget and schedule.
• Apply significant knowledge of industry trends to improve service to our clients.
• Cultivate a network of global event resources and provide reports on vendor performance.
• Own the technical support lifecycle and manage technical risks throughout planning and delivery.
• Communicate and enforce client IT standards; assist with creating and defining new standards.

Skills

Network deployment

Client facing

Live events

VPNs

Education

CCNA

CCNP

CompTIA Network+

Job description

EOS IT Solutions seeks an Event Solutions Engineer to design, operate, and implement onsite and offsite networks for events. You will manage deployments, test connectivity, and coordinate with venues, ISPs, and vendors to ensure high-quality service and adherence to client standards.

The role requires hands-on networking expertise, strong project management, and excellent communication. Travel to events, including London and international sites, is expected as needed.