Network Engineer

Position Title: Senior Network Engineer / Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Columbus, OH

Duration: 7+ Months (Contract to hire)

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer with hands-on expertise in designing and managing modern enterprise networks. The ideal candidate will have strong experience withArista fabric switching, Juniper wireless, and SD-WAN technologies (Versa preferred), along with solid protocol knowledge (BGP required).This role involves architecture, implementation, and operational support across both traditional and software-defined network infrastructures.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise networks using Arista fabric switching

Implement and manage SD-WAN solutions (Versa strongly preferred)

Configure and support Juniper wireless solutions across distributed environments

Administer and troubleshoot routing protocols with a strong focus on BGP and OSPF

Support network segmentation strategies, including multi-VRF configurations

Implement and manage Network Access Control (NAC) using 802.1x port authentication (Forescout or Cisco)

Provide medium-level firewall administration, preferably with Fortinet

Utilize Splunk for monitoring, queries, and dashboard creation to support network observability

Work with cellular routers such as Cradlepoint

Contribute to network automation efforts using Python, Ansible, and other scripting tools

Participate in documentation, troubleshooting, change control, and ongoing optimization

Preferred Qualifications:

Hands-on experience with Cradlepoint cellular routers

Familiarity with Splunk query writing and dashboard development

Experience with Forescout NAC or equivalent 802.1x solutions

Working knowledge of Fortinet firewalls (medium proficiency expected)

Exposure to route segmentation and multi-VRF architecture

Proficiency in Python, Ansible, and scripting for network automation and orchestration

Soft Skills:

Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly

Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Demonstrated growth mindset and commitment to continuous learning and improvement

Requirements:

5+ years of enterprise networking experience

Proven expertise in Arista, Juniper, SD-WAN (Versa), and BGP routing

Experience in scripting and automation using Python, Ansible, or related tools

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)