{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"951fd05ff5206bdfc374f489","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/951fd05ff5206bdfc374f489","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/951fd05ff5206bdfc374f489","title":"IT Network Engineer III","description":"We're seeking a senior-level IT Network Engineer III to design, implement, and optimize enterprise network solutions in a global environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with deep expertise in routing, switching, SD-WAN, wireless, and network automation (IaC).\r\nType: Contract\r\nJob Title: IT Network Engineer III\r\nLocation: Hybrid (preferred) 1 day/week onsite - preferable to candidates within 1 hour of Charlotte, NC or Corning, NY.\r\nPay Rate: Based on experience\r\nWork Hours: M-F 8am-5pm\r\nEducation: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (minimum requirement)\r\nTravel Requirement: Potential travel of up to 30%, which may include international destinations. During critical projects may be higher. 25% domestic / less than 5% international, if not 0\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\nDesign and deploy scalable network architectures across enterprise environments\r\nConfigure and optimize BGP, OSPF, and advanced switching technologies\r\nLead wireless network design and performance (MIST preferred)\r\nBuild automation solutions using Ansible, Terraform, Python, and APIs\r\nCollaborate cross-functionally to align network strategy with business goals\r\nSupport ongoing operations, troubleshooting, and on-call rotation\r\nRequired Skills\r\n8+ years of network engineering experience\r\nStrong expertise with Cisco and/or Arista platforms\r\nDeep knowledge of LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, and routing protocols (BGP/OSPF)\r\nExperience with network automation and Infrastructure as Code\r\nSolid troubleshooting and performance optimization skills\r\nNice to Have\r\nMIST wireless experience\r\nCloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)\r\nManufacturing or OT environment experience\r\nCertifications: CCNP, Arista ACE, or equivalent\r\nPreferred / Desired Skills\r\nHands-on experience with MIST wireless solutions, including design, deployment, and optimization\r\nExperience with cloud networking in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud environments\r\nStrong background with Arista in data center and campus networks\r\nFinancial acumen for budgeting, cost analysis, and vendor management\r\nExperience in manufacturing or OT environments preferred\r\nAdditional Information\r\nNo third-party resumes will be accepted\r\nDrug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted\r\nCTG will consider for employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.\r\nAll interested individuals MUST be able to work on a W2 Tax basis (no C2C or third-party vendors)\r\nCTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer\r\nCTG is an E-Verify Company\r\nTo be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly through our website by clicking the link below or email your Word version resume and salary expectations to JoAnn.Abramo@ctg.com.\r\nCTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. 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