Network Engineer IV (cisco)

Gravity IT Resources; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gravity IT Resources is seeking a Telecom Data Network Engineer to support the implementation, modernization, and lifecycle management of critical network infrastructure in Florida. The role emphasizes Cisco enterprise routing and switching, SD‑WAN, wireless, and security for substations, offices, and key sites.

The successful candidate will configure, test, troubleshoot, and document reliable network solutions in a large, process‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED provided
• Experience configuring or supporting Cisco routers/switches
• Solid understanding of IPv4, subnetting, TCP/IP, VLANs, STP, and link aggregation
• Working knowledge of OSPF and BGP and enterprise WAN concepts
• Ability to troubleshoot Layer 2/3 connectivity with a structured approach
• Experience documenting technical designs and network diagrams
• Willingness to work outside normal hours as needed
• Strong written, verbal, and teamwork skills
• Experience with Jira and Agile methodologies is a plus
• Desirable: Cisco CCNA/CCNP Enterprise or Security

Responsibilities

• Configure, implement, test, and support Cisco routers/switches and related infrastructure
• Deploy and support Cisco Catalyst SD‑WAN solutions and WAN connectivity
• Troubleshoot routing, switching, SD‑WAN, firewall, and WAN issues
• Ensure network resiliency, segmentation, QoS, and high availability
• Prepare installation/testing plans, rollback procedures, and docs
• Create/download network diagrams and rack elevations in Visio
• Maintain monitoring, logging, asset records, and OPS docs
• Coordinate circuits with carriers and vendors
• Collaborate across engineering, security, operations, and field teams
• Follow change management, including validation and approvals

Skills

Cisco routing & switching

IPv4 / Subnetting

OSPF & BGP

WAN / SD-WAN

Network troubleshooting

Network documentation

Python

Ansible

REST APIs

Git

Jira

CCNP Enterprise (desirable)

CCNA (desirable)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cisco IOS/IOS-XE

Cisco Catalyst SD‑WAN (Viptela)

SolarWinds

SNMP

Opengear

Visio

Job description

Position Summary

Seeking a Telecom Data Network Engineer to support the implementation, modernization, and lifecycle management of critical network infrastructure across the Midwest region. This role provides hands‑on experience with Cisco enterprise routing, switching, SD-WAN, wireless, and network security technologies supporting substations, corporate offices, and other business‑critical locations.

The successful candidate will implement, test, troubleshoot, and document reliable network solutions in a large, process‑driven environment. The ideal candidate has a strong Cisco networking foundation, practical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within an Agile engineering team.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Configure, implement, test, and support Cisco routers, switches, wireless access points, and related network infrastructure using established architecture standards and templates.
• Deploy and support Cisco Catalyst SD‑WAN solutions, including WAN edge routers, transport connectivity, segmentation, centralized policies, and application‑aware routing.
• Support WAN modernization across SD‑WAN, MPLS, private Ethernet, internet, cellular, and other public or private WAN services.
• Troubleshoot routing, switching, SD‑WAN, wireless, WAN connectivity, firewall policy, and Layer 2/Layer 3 communication issues.
• Implement and validate network resiliency, segmentation, failover, quality of service, and high‑availability capabilities.
• Prepare engineering job packages with equipment lists, installation instructions, implementation and test plans, rollback procedures, and supporting documentation.
• Create and maintain physical and logical network drawings, rack elevations, wiring diagrams, layouts, and power drawings using Microsoft Visio.
• Ensure monitoring, alarming, logging, asset records, and operational documentation are complete before solutions are placed into service.
• Coordinate, activate, test, and troubleshoot private and public WAN circuits.
• Monitor implementation work for compliance with engineering standards, cybersecurity requirements, applicable regulations, and approved procedures.
• Support network automation using Python, Ansible, REST APIs, Git, or similar scripting and orchestration technologies.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, cybersecurity, field resources, telecommunications carriers, vendors, and business partners.
• Follow formal change management practices, including impact analysis, peer review, approvals, validation, rollback planning, and documentation.
• Participate in planned implementations, maintenance, and troubleshooting outside normal business hours when required.
• Work within an Agile engineering environment on team‑based projects and assignments.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to successfully complete required background screening.
• Demonstrated experience configuring, implementing, or supporting Cisco routers and switches.
• Solid understanding of IPv4, subnetting, TCP/IP, VLANs, IEEE 802.1Q trunks, Spanning Tree Protocol, and link aggregation.
• Working knowledge of OSPF, BGP, enterprise WAN concepts, and route selection.
• Ability to troubleshoot Layer 2 and Layer 3 connectivity issues using a structured approach.
• General understanding of wireless, firewall, access control, and network segmentation technologies.
• Working knowledge of copper and fiber cabling standards and connector types.
• Ability to create and maintain accurate technical documentation and network diagrams.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow engineering, cybersecurity, and change management processes.
• Effective written, verbal, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work productively with limited direct supervision.
• Willingness and ability to support scheduled work outside normal business hours when required.

Desired Qualifications

• Cisco CCNA, CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security, or comparable demonstrated experience.

• Experience with Cisco Catalyst platforms and Cisco IOS or IOS‑XE.
• Experience deploying, migrating, supporting, or troubleshooting Cisco Catalyst SD‑WAN, formerly Cisco Viptela.
• Advanced knowledge of OSPF and BGP, including path selection, filtering, summarization, and redistribution.
• Experience with VRFs, MPLS Layer 3 VPNs, DMVPN, IPsec, quality of service, route maps, prefix lists, access control lists, and BGP communities.
• Experience with Cisco Catalyst Center, Cisco ISE, Cisco ACI, or controller‑based wireless technologies.
• Experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls or Cisco Secure Firewall.
• Experience using Python, Ansible, REST APIs, Git, PowerShell, Bash, or similar technologies for network automation.
• Experience with SolarWinds, BlueCat IPAM, Opengear terminal servers, SNMP, syslog, NetFlow, or packet analysis tools.

• Experience preparing engineering job packages, implementation plans, test plans, rollback plans, equipment lists, and network diagrams.
• Experience coordinating telecommunications circuits and working with carriers or vendors.
• Experience with SCADA communications, operational technology networks, substations, control centers, regulated utilities, or other critical infrastructure.
• Experience with Jira, Agile methodologies, and formal change management processes.
• Self‑directed, organized, collaborative, and willing to learn new technologies.

Candidate Profile

Candidates do not need experience with every technology listed. Individuals with a strong Cisco routing and switching foundation, practical troubleshooting ability, disciplined change and documentation practices, and an interest in developing deeper SD‑WAN and automation expertise are encouraged to apply

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Gravity IT Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.