Associate Network Engineer

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Irvine Technology Corporation (ITC), is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today!Associate Network EngineerOur client is a growing mechanical construction company looking for an Associate Network Engineer to join a collaborative, high-energy team. This is a great opportunity for an early-career network professional to build hands-on experience across enterprise and cloud networking technologies while working alongside experienced engineers on meaningful infrastructure projects. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take initiative, and are eager to grow your skills, this role offers the runway to do exactly that.As part of our process after applying, you may receive an invitation from our AI Recruiter Avery for a short conversation that lets you share more about your background beyond your resume. For questions, contactJob Type: Contract (Long-Term, 1 year+)Location: Remote - candidates must be located near a major airportCompensation: This job is expected to pay about $40.00-$47.00/hr depending on experienceNo Visa Sponsorship Available for this roleWhat You'll Do:Deploy, configure, and support network infrastructure including firewalls, switches, and wireless access pointsMonitor network performance and security, responding to alerts and troubleshooting connectivity issuesSupport Cisco Meraki environments including dashboard configuration, firmware updates, and policy managementAssist with Azure networking components such as VNets, subnets, VPNs, and network security groupsProvide tier-2 support for network incidents and collaborate with senior engineers on upgrades and migrationsWhat Gets You the Job:1-3 years of hands-on networking experience in an enterprise or managed services environmentWorking knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, and switching fundamentalsHands-on experience with Cisco Meraki firewalls, switches, and wireless access pointsFundamental understanding of Microsoft Azure networking including VNets, subnets, and VPN connectivitySelf-motivated, flexible, and collaborative with a great attitude and strong communication skills; certifications such as CCNA or Azure Fundamentals are a plusThis is a great opportunity to join a fast-growing team, sharpen your skills, and make a real impact. Apply today and take the next step in your network engineering career.Irvine Technology Corporation (ITC) connects top talent with exceptional opportunities in IT, Security, Engineering, and Design. From startups to Fortune 500s, we partner with leading companies nationwide. Our AI recruiter, Avery helps streamline the first step of your journey-so we can focus on what matters most: helping you grow. Join us. Let us ELEVATE your career!Irvine Technology Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Irvine Technology Corporation complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.