Network Engineer

Network Engineer📍 Boca Raton, FL (Onsite) 💰 $100,000 - $125,000 Base Salary 🕒 Full-Time | Direct Hire 🏢 Enterprise Infrastructure & SecurityDrive Network Modernization, Cloud Growth, and Security InitiativesOur client is seeking a hands-on Network Engineer to join a growing technology infrastructure team responsible for supporting, securing, and modernizing a complex enterprise environment. This role offers the opportunity to work across networking, security, cloud, and infrastructure initiatives that directly impact business operations and future technology strategy.The ideal candidate possesses deep networking expertise, strong troubleshooting capabilities, and a passion for building secure, scalable, and resilient enterprise environments. This individual will play a key role in cloud expansion efforts, Zero Trust initiatives, firewall administration, data center modernization, and overall network performance optimization.This is an excellent opportunity for a networking professional who wants broad technical exposure while helping drive modernization efforts across a rapidly evolving infrastructure landscape.What You'll Be DoingEnterprise Network OperationsSupport and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, and wireless infrastructure across multiple locationsConfigure, optimize, and troubleshoot routing and switching environmentsEnsure reliable connectivity and network performance across critical business systemsMonitor network health, availability, and capacity while identifying opportunities for improvementCloud Networking & Infrastructure ModernizationDesign, implement, and support Microsoft Azure networking solutionsAssist with ongoing cloud adoption and hybrid infrastructure initiativesSupport secure connectivity between on-premises and cloud-based environmentsContribute to enterprise modernization projects focused on scalability, resiliency, and performanceNetwork Security & Zero TrustAdminister and support enterprise firewall platformsImplement and maintain VPN technologies and secure remote access solutionsSupport Zero Trust networking initiatives and security-focused architecture improvementsParticipate in security hardening efforts, vulnerability remediation, and access control managementData Center & Platform TransformationSupport data center modernization initiativesParticipate in network hardware refreshes, upgrades, and lifecycle projectsAssist with monitoring platform enhancements and operational visibility improvementsMaintain network diagrams, documentation, runbooks, and technical standardsIncident Response & Operational SupportInvestigate and resolve network incidents and performance issuesPerform root cause analysis and develop long-term corrective actionsParticipate in planned maintenance activities and change management processesServe as part of an on-call rotation supporting enterprise operationsRequired BackgroundCore Technical Experience5+ years of network engineering or advanced network administration experienceStrong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NAT, subnetting, and network design principlesExperience supporting enterprise networking environmentsHands-on routing and switching expertiseExperience administering firewall technologies in production environmentsStrong troubleshooting skills utilizing logs, diagnostics, packet captures, and monitoring toolsExperience creating and maintaining technical documentationHighly Desired TechnologiesCisco networking infrastructurePalo Alto Networks firewalls or comparable next-generation firewall platformsMicrosoft Azure networkingVPN technologies and secure remote connectivityNetwork monitoring and performance management solutionsSecurity-focused infrastructure environmentsZero Trust networking concepts and implementationsAdditional Preferred ExperienceCisco Catalyst and Cisco Nexus environmentsAzure networking and hybrid connectivityDynamic routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, and EIGRPData center infrastructure environmentsCloud networking and infrastructure migration projectsEnterprise security initiatives and compliance-driven environmentsWhat Makes This Opportunity UniqueThis position goes beyond traditional network administration. The individual hired will play a direct role in several strategic infrastructure initiatives, including:✅ Network modernization projects ✅ Firewall and security platform enhancements ✅ Zero Trust architecture initiatives ✅ Cloud networking expansion and Azure growth ✅ Data center modernization efforts ✅ Enterprise monitoring and observability improvements ✅ Security-focused infrastructure projectsThe organization is actively investing in technology modernization, making this an excellent opportunity for an engineer who wants to help shape the future of enterprise infrastructure.Ideal Candidate ProfileWe're looking for a technical professional who:Has a deep understanding of networking fundamentalsEnjoys solving complex infrastructure and connectivity challengesBrings strong experience with Cisco networking environmentsHas hands-on firewall and security experienceUnderstands Azure networking and hybrid infrastructure conceptsIs self-motivated and capable of independently driving projectsCommunicates effectively with both technical and business stakeholdersThrives in fast-paced, highly collaborative environmentsPreferred CertificationsCertifications are not required but are highly valued:Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)Palo Alto Networks CertificationsMicrosoft Azure CertificationsSecurity and infrastructure-focused certificationsCompensation & Location📍 Boca Raton, Florida 🏢 100% Onsite 💰 $100,000 - $125,000 Base Salary 🕒 Full-Time, Direct Hire ☎ Participation in an on-call rotation requiredOpportunity OverviewThis role is ideal for a Network Engineer seeking hands-on responsibility across enterprise networking, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and modernization initiatives. You'll work with a highly visible technology team while helping drive critical improvements in network reliability, security, cloud connectivity, and overall infrastructure performance.“Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits,EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the typeof coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required bylaw; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.”“Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacyThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:• The California Fair Chance Act• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance”