Network Operations Engineer

S3/Strategic Staffing Solutions has a Network Operations Engineering opportunity for a leading Financial Client on a remote basis. Please read further if you are interested in joining a leading organization!

Title: Network Operations Engineer

Duration: 12 month contract + possible extension

Pay Rate Range: $65-75/hr. W2.

Location: Remote, work at home

Qualifications & Description:

Network Operations Engineer

Schedule: 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM ET, 1-hour lunch

Days: Saturday-Wednesday or Sunday-Thursday

Training: First 3 weeks will be on 1st shift for training Monday - Friday - 6 AM -3 PM ET - 1 hour lunch

Weekend Availability: Required

**Must be open to taking Glider Assessment in order to submit***

We are seeking a Network Operations Engineer with 3-5 years of hands-on experience in a Cisco network operations environment. This role is responsible for maintaining and monitoring a large-scale network environment through 24/7 real-time "eyes-on-glass" monitoring, identifying issues proactively, and responding rapidly to network events and incidents.

The ideal candidate is focused, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment. This person should be able to work independently while collaborating with network vendors, internal teams, and technical resources to quickly troubleshoot and mitigate network issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 real-time monitoring of the network environment and proactively identify potential issues.



• Monitor network performance and events in real time rather than relying solely on ticket-based notifications.



• Maintain awareness of network health, availability, and performance across a Cisco-based environment.



• Respond rapidly to network incidents, escalations, and high-priority events, including troubleshooting and "fire-fighting"/issue mitigation.



• Navigate and utilize SecureCRT to monitor, troubleshoot, and perform basic network operational tasks.



• Work with network vendors and cross-functional technical teams to investigate and resolve issues.



• Perform basic network maintenance and operational activities; this is not primarily a network configuration role.



• Maintain accurate network documentation and operational procedures.



• Escalate complex issues appropriately while leveraging available technical resources.



• Manage multiple priorities while maintaining focus in a high-volume operations environment.



• Work independently when needed, while knowing when and how to engage additional resources.



• Support basic automation and scripting activities using tools such as Ansible.



• Contribute to process improvements involving automation and emerging technologies, including AI.

Required Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in Network Operations.



• 3-5 years of experience working in a Cisco network environment.



• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco technologies and SecureCRT - MUST HAVE.



• Experience in a Network Operations Center (NOC) or similar 24/7 network monitoring environment.



• Ability to perform real-time network monitoring and identify issues proactively.



• Strong troubleshooting and rapid-response skills.



• Experience working with network vendors and multiple internal technical teams.



• Ability to handle multiple priorities and maintain focus in a fast-paced environment.



• Comfortable working independently while having access to supporting technical resources.



• Ability to work Saturday-Wednesday or Sunday-Thursday, 2:00 PM-11:00 PM ET.



• Ability to work weekends is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Riverbed.



• Experience with SolarWinds.



• Experience with Splunk.



• CCNA certification.



• Basic Ansible experience.



• Scripting/automation experience.



• Experience leveraging AI or automation technologies within network operations.



• Experience maintaining network documentation and operational procedures.

Ideal Candidate