Senior Network Engineer

Harvey Nash; Lakewood (CA); On-site; USD 110,208 - 123,984; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology staffing firm is seeking a Sr Network Engineer to design and maintain network infrastructures in Lakewood, CA. Requires over 10 years of experience with Cisco technologies, solid troubleshooting skills, and proficiency in network performance tools. The role is contract-based with a pay range of $80-$90 per hour. A dynamic environment with opportunities for growth is offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in network infrastructure roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco technologies.
• Solid understanding of network protocols and wireless networking standards.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and configuring devices across Layers 1–3.
• Experience with network performance monitoring and diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain switching network infrastructures.
• Implement and manage network monitoring tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for upgrades and security compliance.

Skills

Cisco technologies

Network protocols

Wireless networking standards

Troubleshooting

Network performance monitoring

Tools

SolarWinds

PRTG

Wireshark

Nagios

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Job Type: W2/1099

Job Title: Sr Network Engineer

Location: Lakewood, CA (onsite)

Duration: Contract to hire

Job Description:

• Design, configure, and maintain switching network infrastructures and wireless systems.
• Work extensively with Cisco hardware (routers, switches, access points, firewalls).
• Troubleshoot network issues across Layer 1 (physical), Layer 2 (data link), and Layer 3 (network).
• Implement and manage network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Wireshark, Nagios) to ensure system uptime and performance.
• Assist in network planning and capacity management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for infrastructure upgrades and security compliance.
• Perform regular system updates, patching, and hardware refreshes.
• Maintain documentation for network configurations, policies, and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in network infrastructure roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco technologies (Cisco certification preferred).
• Solid understanding of network protocols and wireless networking standards.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and configuring devices across Layers 1–3.
• Experience with network performance monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with firewalls, load balancers, and VPN technologies.
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure) is a plus.
• Knowledge of network automation (Python, Ansible) is advantageous.

A reasonable, good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum for this position is $80/Hr to $90/Hr with Limited benefits

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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