Entry Level Network Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

The client is looking for Network Engineer 1 / Network Technician to join their team. A typical day will consist of more day to day operational support and will pivot to production support as needed. This person will handle tickets, lower level issues to relieve the engineers to work on projects.

This will be an entry level (2-3 yrs of experience) network engineer supporting a hybrid Cisco/HP Aruba environment. The role is designed for candidates with foundational experience who will primarily work through support tickets while building hands-on expertise in network operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues via ServiceNow ticket queue (primary responsibility).

• Support and maintain network infrastructure including Cisco routing, HP Aruba switching, Meraki, and Checkpoint firewalls.

- They'll work closely with senior engineers to escalate complex issues and support ongoing projects

- Assist with network configuration, updates, and performance monitoring

- Maintain documentation for configurations, procedures, and resolutions

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• 2–3 years of hands-on networking experience (entry-level but not junior/intern level).

• Strong foundational knowledge of:

○ Switching (critical)

○ TCP/IP, DNS, VLANs, VPNs

• Experience with Cisco (most important); exposure to Aruba, Meraki, or Checkpoint is a plus.

• Comfortable working in a ticket-driven environment.

Strong troubleshooting, communication, and team collaboration skills

Skills

Network engineering, Troubleshoorting, CCNA, Support, Firewalls, Router, Cisco switches, Data center, Switches

Top Skills Details

1. Network troubleshooting

2. Hardware / Software

3. Customer Service skills

3. CCNA (nice to have)

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Typical Issues:

• AP cannot connect to the network

• PC not connecting to network

• Printer/camera offline

• Reassigning tickets - AD/GP to escalated engineer

• Layer 1 - Pivotal (cable connectivity)

• routers/switches (switch port configuration, logging into switch and TS).

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract position based out of Brentwood, TN.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Brentwood,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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