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Freelance Core Network Engineer Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Senior Network Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

Network engineering support includes all engineering activities required to support the standard ... Core Responsibilities * Gather user network requirements utilizing multiple methodologies to ...

Senior Network Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$108K - $148K/yr

Senior Network Engineer Huntsville, AL Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career ... Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer's core ...

Senior Network Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$99K - $135K/yr

Senior Network Engineer Huntsville, AL Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career ... Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employers core ...

Senior Network Engineer, EUROPE

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$104K - $143K/yr

Position Summary The Senior Network Engineer supports the Department of Defense (DoD) by ensuring ... Mastery of core networking protocols and technologies, such as TCP/IP, XDM, HTTP, HTTPS, SMTP, SNMP ...

Senior Network Engineer, PACIFIC REGION

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$104K - $143K/yr

Position Summary The Senior Network Engineer supports the Department of Defense (DoD) by ensuring ... Mastery of core networking protocols and technologies, such as TCP/IP, XDM, HTTP, HTTPS, SMTP, SNMP ...

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What is the difference between Freelance Core Network Engineer vs Network Operations Center (NOC) Technician?

AspectFreelance Core Network EngineerNetwork Operations Center (NOC) Technician
CertificationsCCNA, CCNP, Cisco certificationsCompTIA Network+, CCNA
Work EnvironmentRemote, client sites, project-based24/7 NOC facilities, shift work
Employer & IndustryFreelance, consulting firms, telecomsTelecom companies, managed service providers

The Freelance Core Network Engineer typically works independently on complex network design, configuration, and troubleshooting projects for clients remotely or on-site. In contrast, a NOC Technician monitors and maintains network health in a centralized facility, often working in shifts. Both roles require networking certifications like CCNA, but the freelance engineer focuses on project-based work, while the NOC technician handles ongoing network operations.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Core Network Engineer job openings in Alabama as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Internship, 31% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 37% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Senior Network Engineer

Ryde Technologies, LLC

Huntsville, AL • On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

Job Overview
*THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ACTIVE TOP SECRET CLEARANCE
We are looking for a Senior Network Engineer on an effort supporting our Federal Government Client in Huntsville, AL. The ideal candidate will provide technical engineering support for our large federal government agency's highly complex network infrastructure environment to include multiple enclaves comprising various classification levels.
Network engineering support includes all engineering activities required to support the standard information technology lifecycle. The ideal candidate will provide design and engineering activities in support of new network solutions for a multi-enclave enterprise network environment which encompasses various technology. In addition, the candidate will provide network support on an as needed basis to resolve networking issues that have not been resolved by the first three support tiers.
Core Responsibilities
  • Gather user network requirements utilizing multiple methodologies to provide necessary technical documentation, system requirements documents, systems security requirements documents, and system test plan.
  • Install, maintain and evaluate network systems and communications systems.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues involving various protocols, topologies, networking hardware, etc.
  • Conduct network architecture design, feasibility and cost studies.
  • Utilize extensive knowledge of internetworking, computer systems, routers, switches, firewalls, and peripherals to enhance understanding of current network designs and to collaborate with other team members to develop new network designs.
  • Apply technical and business experience and understanding to improve processes and procedures for deploying and maintaining network infrastructure.
  • Work independently and collectively to help improve network solutions and contribute to network service improvements.

Requirements
  • Active Top Secret Clearance, with the ability to obtain SCI
  • Minimum of six (6) years of experience designing, developing, and implementing network solutions
  • Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting complex Local Area Networking (LAN) issues and resolving Wide Area Networking (WAN) problems and supporting of cost-effective, high-performance IP and LAN/WAN solutions.
  • Extensive experience with Cisco routing platforms, such as Aggregation Services Routers (ASRs)
  • Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of routing protocols and technologies including BGP, EIGRP, DMVPN, GRE
  • Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of Layer 2 technologies including STP, MST, VLANS
  • Experience providing Tier 3 support and issue resolution
  • Experience with network design and traffic engineering
  • Experience providing senior-level engineering support
  • Large enterprise environment experience
  • Excellent communication skills

Preferred Additional Skills and Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or higher
  • Experience in network engineering within the federal intelligence community
  • Ability to adhere to a disciplined troubleshooting methodology, and ensure task/mission completion, along with creating and maintaining necessary information
  • Highly self-motivated and directed, with attention to detail

EEO Compliance:
Ryde is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ryde Technologies will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.