Mid-Level Network Engineer

Adaptive Solutions Group; Maryland Heights (MO); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

STD/LTD

Life insurance

401k

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Adaptive Solutions Group seeks a Mid-Level Network Engineer to join our team in the Midwest region. You will configure and stage network devices, follow established runbooks, and ensure accurate, repeatable builds across multiple environments.

You will collaborate with QA to validate configurations, apply standardized templates, and document issues clearly to support timely deployment. A strong focus on detail and process adherence is essential.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of network engineering experience in deployment, staging, or infrastructure operations.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including: Circuit connectivity (cellular, DIA, WAN) Routing and switching concepts VLANs and network segmentation
• Hands-on experience in at least one of the following: Circuit or WAN deployments Firewall staging and rollout Router and switching environments
• Experience following detailed technical runbooks in a production environment
• Strong attention to detail with a process-driven mindset
• Ability to identify issues and communicate them clearly and concisely

Responsibilities

• Device Configuration & Staging
• Execute base configuration of network devices following established runbooks and templates
• Perform device onboarding, policy application, and validation within centralized management platforms
• Work across multiple systems to input and manage device-specific configuration data
• Build and apply standardized templates across large volumes of devices
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and repeatability across all builds
• Process Adherence & Issue Identification
• Follow detailed runbooks precisely, ensuring no steps are missed
• Identify configuration issues during builds and elevate with clear documentation
• Highlight gaps or inconsistencies in processes to support continuous improvement
• Coordination & Collaboration
• Partner with QA reviewers to validate configurations prior to deployment
• Address feedback quickly and accurately to meet deployment timelines
• Communicate build status, issues, and completion milestones to stakeholders
• What Success Looks Like
• Consistently completes device configurations accurately and efficiently
• Follows established processes without deviation
• Produces builds that pass quality review with minimal rework
• Communicates issues early and effectively
• Contributes to improved team efficiency through consistency and attention to detail

Skills

Networking fundamentals

Routing and switching concepts

Firewall fundamentals

Runbooks adherence

Documentation

Tools

Fortinet FortiGate

FortiManager

Juniper switching

Cradlepoint cellular solutions

Job description

Adaptive Solutions Group is a premier provider of information technology personnel. We provide a variety of technical professionals available for contract, contract to hire, or direct placement positions to companies in and around the Midwest region. We are currently looking for a Mid-Level Network Engineer to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Device Configuration & Staging
• Execute base configuration of network devices following established runbooks and templates
• Perform device onboarding, policy application, and validation within centralized management platforms
• Work across multiple systems to input and manage device-specific configuration data
• Build and apply standardized templates across large volumes of devices
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and repeatability across all builds
• Process Adherence & Issue Identification
• Follow detailed runbooks precisely, ensuring no steps are missed
• Identify configuration issues during builds and elevate with clear documentation
• Highlight gaps or inconsistencies in processes to support continuous improvement
• Coordination & Collaboration
• Partner with QA reviewers to validate configurations prior to deployment
• Address feedback quickly and accurately to meet deployment timelines
• Communicate build status, issues, and completion milestones to stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• 3–6 years of network engineering experience in deployment, staging, or infrastructure operations
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including: Circuit connectivity (cellular, DIA, WAN) Routing and switching concepts VLANs and network segmentation Firewall fundamentals and policy structures
• Hands‑on experience in at least one of the following: Circuit or WAN deployments Firewall staging and rollout Router and switching environments
• Experience following detailed technical runbooks in a production environment
• Strong attention to detail with a process-driven mindset
• Ability to identify issues and communicate them clearly and concisely

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with network platforms such as: Fortinet (FortiGate, FortiManager) Juniper switching or access point technologies Cradlepoint cellular solutions
• Experience working in high‑volume device staging or deployment environments
• Strong documentation habits with clear, actionable note‑taking

What Success Looks Like

• Consistently completes device configurations accurately and efficiently
• Follows established processes without deviation
• Produces builds that pass quality review with minimal rework
• Communicates issues early and effectively
• Contributes to improved team efficiency through consistency and attention to detail

Benefits

• Adaptive Solutions Group offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, STD/LTD, life insurance coverage, 401k, paid vacation and holidays.

Adaptive Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.