Network Engineer

Job Description

Position: Network Engineer

Location: Kansas City, MO - Onsite

Salary: up to $135,000 plus exceptional benefits

*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. ***

Join a forward-thinking IT team where your ideas will directly impact the organization’s success. If you’re passionate about technology, eager to grow, and ready to take on new challenges, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role:

Our client is seeking a Network Engineer with a strong foundation in both network administration and systems administration to join a dynamic and collaborative IT team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is eager to take ownership of projects involving new and emerging technologies.

What You’ll Do:

• Design, implement, and maintain secure and scalable network infrastructure (routing, switching, firewalls, segmentation).

• Support and administer Windows and/or Linux-based systems, including patching, performance tuning, and backup strategies.

• Lead IT infrastructure projects from concept to completion, often involving unfamiliar or cutting-edge technologies.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive leadership.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network and system issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.

• Maintain documentation for systems, networks, and processes to support operational continuity and knowledge sharing.

• Contribute to the development and enforcement of IT policies, procedures, and best practices.

What We’re Looking For:

• Hybrid skill set: Strong network engineering background with solid systems administration experience.

• Project leadership: Ability to take initiative and lead infrastructure projects independently.

• Team player: Works well in a collaborative environment and supports team success.

• Strong communicator: Comfortable interacting with executives and business leaders.

• Problem solver: Brings a “can-do” attitude and a willingness to figure things out.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in network and systems administration roles.

• Hands-on experience with firewalls, switches, routers, and network segmentation.

• Familiarity with virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V), cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), and scripting (PowerShell, Python).

• Certifications such as CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or Microsoft certifications are a plus.

*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. Also, you may contact me by office: or mobile: . Or one click apply on our Robert Half website. No third party inquiries please. Our client cannot provide sponsorship and cannot hire C2C. ***Backup Technologies, Configuration Management, Basic Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Linux, Desktop Virtualization

Full-time

Hybrid remote