Network Engineer

Valiant Technologies LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Valiant Technologies LLC is seeking an experienced network engineer to support enterprise routing and switching in a fast-paced environment. You will configure and maintain Cisco Catalyst 9300/9500 switches, implement VLANs, OSPF, and EtherChannel per high-level designs.

You will monitor networks with SolarWinds, manage incidents via ServiceNow, document solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on greenfield deployments.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in enterprise routing and switching.
• Knowledge of Cisco Catalyst 9300/9500 series (StackWise, EtherChannel, VLANs, OSPF).
• Experience with a network monitoring platform (SolarWinds) and threshold/alert config.
• Experience with ITSM/ticketing tools (ServiceNow) for incident and change management.
• Solid troubleshooting skills across Layer 2/Layer 3 issues.
• Ability to read and work from HLD/LLD documentation and network diagrams.
• CCNA is required; CCNP Enterprise strongly preferred.
• Strong written documentation and clear verbal communication with stakeholders.
• Comfortable with greenfield/new-build deployments with evolving requirements.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain enterprise routing and switching infrastructure.
• Implement VLANs, OSPF, and EtherChannel on Catalyst switches.
• Monitor network health using SolarWinds and configure thresholds/alerts.
• Support ITSM processes via ServiceNow for incidents and changes.
• Document solutions and assist cross-functional teams on deployments.
• Assist with greenfield deployments and evolving requirements.

Skills

Hands-on networking

Layer 2/3 troubleshooting

Strong written/verbal communication

Reading HLD/LLD docs

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

CCNA certification

CCNP Enterprise (preferred)

Tools

SolarWinds

ServiceNow

Job description

• Hands-on experience in enterprise routing and switching
• Working knowledge of Cisco Catalyst 9300/9500 series switches (StackWise, EtherChannel/port-channel, VLANs, OSPF)
• Experience with a network monitoring platform (SolarWinds or equivalent), including threshold/alert configuration
• Experience with ITSM/ticketing tools (ServiceNow or equivalent) for incident and change management
• Solid troubleshooting skills across Layer 2/Layer 3 network issues
• Ability to read and work from HLD/LLD documentation and network diagrams
• CCNA required; CCNP Enterprise strongly preferred
• Strong written documentation skills and clear verbal communication with cross-functional stakeholders
• Comfortable working on greenfield/new-build deployments with evolving requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• SD-WAN deployment or administration experience
• Exposure to firewall platforms (e.g., Cisco Firepower FTD) at an awareness level
• Background in Linux systems administration
• Prior experience creating KT/training documentation for new or junior support teams
• Experience in a regulated industry (healthcare, manufacturing, or similar).

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.