Network Specialist

Apex Systems; Box Elder (SD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Career development

Certification discounts

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Network Specialist to support a military hospital network in Box Elder, SD. You’ll manage Cisco/Brocade routing and switching, VLANs, and firewall/VPN components to ensure SLA-driven LAN/WAN services.

The position requires active DoD SECRET clearance eligibility, CCNA, and Security+. This contract-to-hire role emphasizes on-site operational support with strong troubleshooting and customer communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent IT experience with 3+ years in networking.
• Strong knowledge of LAN/WAN, VLANs, and routing protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily operational support for LAN/WAN across the medical network campus.
• Troubleshoot network issues and manage tickets related to routing and switching.

Skills

CCNA routing & switching

Security+ (IAT Level II)

TCP/IP & OSI model

LAN/WAN troubleshooting

VLAN/ports management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Associate degree with equivalent IT experience

Tools

Cisco routing & switching IOS

Brocade routing & switching

Firewalls & VPN technologies

Networking diagnostic tools

Job description

# Network SpecialistApply**Job#: 3056020****Job Description:** *Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.*Title: Network SpecialistLocation: 100% onsite in Box Elder, SD (Ellsworth AFB)Job Type: 6 month contract to hirePay Rate: $36-42/hr on W2 paid weeklyConversion Salary: $75-85k/yearClearance Requirement: Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense SECRET clearance as a condition and continuation of employment\\*Certification Requirement: Active CCNA and CompTIA Security+Role OverviewThe Network Specialist will provide network support to a military hospital. This role ensures the Local Area Network/Wide Area Network (LAN/WAN) provides all required services by supporting the network infrastructure with on-site troubleshooting and problem resolution. This is a solo contributor position where you will manage incoming tickets related to Cisco routing and switching, LAN/WAN, and VLAN/ports.Key Responsibilities* Provide daily operational support for the LAN core and edge switches across the medical network campus.* Resolve technical issues associated with network and routing protocols at all levels of the OSI model using diagnostic and network administration tools.* Provide overall network infrastructure support to routing and switching equipment, firewalls, and associated cabling.* Plan, install, and support hardware and software upgrades, and resolve associated technical issues.* Handle tickets requiring Cisco and Brocade Routing and Switching experience, as well as LAN/WAN and VLAN/ports expertise.Required Qualifications**Education:*** Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field with 3 years of related experience.* OR Associate’s degree in an IT-related field with 8 years of IT experience.* OR completion of a certified military technical school with 8 years of IT experience.**Experience:*** Strong network experience maintaining switches and routers, and troubleshooting LAN/WAN problems.* Experience with Brocade Routing and Switching.* Experience with VLAN/ports.* DoD and/or medical network experience is preferred.**Technical Skills:*** IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE highly preferred).* CCNA routing and switching certification or equivalent.* Clear understanding of OSI Model Layers 1-3, to include TCP/IP, VTP, SMTP, SNMP, DNS, DHCP, routing protocols, and EIA/TIA cable standards.* Familiarity with firewall and VPN technologies.* Knowledge of general security methodologies.* Strong oral and written communication skills.Preferred Qualifications* CCNP certification. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Box Elder, SD, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** October 15, 2026**Pay Range:** $36 - $42 per hour