Network Engineer

MeeBoss; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

MeeBoss is seeking a Network Engineer to design, implement, and optimize network infrastructure across campus and cloud environments. The role focuses on reliability, security, and scalability to support users and business needs.

You will lead network design efforts, deploy equipment, and collaborate with IT security to enforce firewall policies and segmentation. Remote work is offered, with opportunities to contribute to cloud services and automation projects.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience supporting enterprise network environments.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco, Meraki and Fortinet networking.
• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Fortinet or equivalent.
• Experience in higher education or multi-site environments.
• Familiarity with network automation tools such as Ansible, Python, or PowerShell.
• Knowledge of cloud networking platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Oracle Cloud.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN environments.
• Deploy and manage network equipment including switches, routers, firewalls, and access points.
• Develop and maintain network topology diagrams, IP addressing schemes, and config docs.
• Monitor network performance using Meraki Dashboard, SolarWinds, or PRTG.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and escalate incidents as needed.
• Implement redundancy and failover to minimize downtime.

Skills

Network design

Troubleshooting

Cloud networking

Python

PowerShell

Scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Cisco

Meraki

Fortinet

Azure

AWS

Job description

MeeBoss is sharing this active opportunity on behalf of the hiring company. The role involves designing, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing network infrastructure to ensure high availability, security, and scalability across campus and cloud environments.

The Network Engineer serves as the subject matter expert for network systems, providing technical leadership and supporting reliable connectivity for all users.

Job title

Company

MeeBoss

Location

Remote

Compensation

Not specified

Why this role

Not specified

What you will do

• Design, configure, and maintain LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN environments to provide secure and efficient connectivity.
• Deploy and manage network equipment, including switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless access points.
• Develop and maintain network topology diagrams, IP addressing schemes, and configuration documentation.
• Monitor network performance, latency, and utilization using tools such as Meraki Dashboard, SolarWinds, or PRTG.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and serve as the escalation point for critical incidents.
• Implement redundancy and failover strategies to minimize downtime and support business continuity.
• Collaborate with the IT Security Manager to enforce firewall policies, network segmentation, and intrusion prevention measures.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity insurance requirements and industry frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001.
• Conduct network security reviews, vulnerability scans, and remediation activities.
• Partner with systems, applications, and security teams to ensure seamless network integration.
• Support IT projects involving cloud services, VoIP, and building automation systems.
• Coordinate with external vendors and service providers on network services, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance during project planning and execution.
• Plan and execute network equipment refresh cycles in alignment with institutional standards and budgets.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to network performance and reliability.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems, or a closely related field.
• An equivalent combination of education, relevant industry certifications, and progressively responsible professional experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience supporting and administering enterprise network environments.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco, Meraki, Fortinet, or comparable enterprise networking technologies.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Fortinet certifications, or equivalent.
• Experience in higher education or a comparable multi-site environment.
• Familiarity with network automation tools such as Ansible, Python, or PowerShell.
• Knowledge of cloud networking platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Oracle Cloud.

Not specified