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Freelance Wireless Network Engineer Jobs in Iowa

innovitusa

Network Engineer

Des Moines, IA · On-site

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to design, implement, maintain, and optimize ... The ideal candidate will have expertise in routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, wireless networking ...

Berkshire Hathaway Energy

Sr Network Engineer

Urbandale, IA · On-site

$117K - $146K/yr

... LAN, wireless, data center, and network access environments. The Senior Network Engineer leads ... complex engineering efforts, executes detailed technical designs, and serves as a senior escalation ...

Berkshire Hathaway Energy

Sr Network Engineer

Urbandale, IA

$98K - $134K/yr

... LAN, wireless, data center, and network access environments. The Senior Network Engineer leads ... complex engineering efforts, executes detailed technical designs, and serves as a senior escalation ...

Carrier Access IT

Network Engineer II

Clive, IA

Network Engineer II Department: Managed Services Reports To: Managed Services Support Desk Manager ... wireless infrastructure, network security, and monitoring tools, with the ability to integrate and ...

Carrier Access, Inc.

Network Engineer II

Clive, IA · On-site

Network Engineer II Department: Managed Services Reports To: Managed Services Support Desk Manager ... wireless infrastructure, network security, and monitoring tools, with the ability to integrate and ...

Aegon

Supervisor Network Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

... wireless, cloud connectivity, perimeter/security platforms, and circuits), ensuring reliable ... Serve as a hands-on network engineer as needed for complex troubleshooting, implementation, and ...

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What is the difference between Freelance Wireless Network Engineer vs Wireless Network Technician?

AspectFreelance Wireless Network Engineer
CertificationsCCNA, CWNA, Cisco certifications
Work EnvironmentProject-based, remote or on-site consulting
Employer/IndustryIndependent, contracted for various clients
Job FocusDesign, planning, and troubleshooting wireless networks

While both roles involve wireless networks, a Freelance Wireless Network Engineer focuses on designing and consulting on wireless systems for multiple clients, often working independently. In contrast, a Wireless Network Technician typically handles installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting within a specific organization or on-site environment. The engineer's role is more strategic and project-oriented, whereas the technician's role is operational and hands-on.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Wireless Network Engineer job openings in Iowa as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Network Engineer

innovitusa

Des Moines, IA • On-site

Contractor

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to design, implement, maintain, and optimize enterprise network infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have expertise in routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, wireless networking, network security, SD-WAN, cloud networking, and troubleshooting complex enterprise networks. This role requires collaboration with infrastructure, security, cloud, and application teams to ensure highly available, secure, and scalable network environments.

Responsibilities
  • Design, implement, configure, and support enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, and Data Center network infrastructure.
  • Install, configure, and maintain Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Palo Alto, Fortinet, and other enterprise networking devices.
  • Configure and troubleshoot Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching and routing protocols.
  • Implement and support routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, and static routing.
  • Configure VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, HSRP, VRRP, GLBP, and network redundancy solutions.
  • Design and maintain SD-WAN solutions using Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela), Meraki, Versa, or VMware VeloCloud.
  • Configure and support enterprise firewall platforms including Palo Alto, Cisco ASA/Firepower, Check Point, and Fortinet.
  • Implement VPN solutions including IPSec, SSL VPN, Site-to-Site VPN, and Remote Access VPN.
  • Manage wireless infrastructure using Cisco Wireless Controllers, Aruba, and Meraki Access Points.
  • Perform network performance monitoring, capacity planning, traffic analysis, and optimization.
  • Configure enterprise DNS, DHCP, NAT, QoS, Load Balancers, and network segmentation.
  • Support cloud networking across AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
  • Implement network security policies, ACLs, Zero Trust principles, and Network Access Control (NAC).
  • Utilize network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, PRTG, Wireshark, Cisco Prime, ThousandEyes, and NetBrain.
  • Perform root cause analysis and troubleshoot complex network outages and performance issues.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud, and application teams during project implementation.
  • Develop technical documentation including network diagrams, architecture documents, operational procedures, and disaster recovery plans.
  • Participate in change management, maintenance windows, upgrades, and migration activities.
  • Ensure compliance with enterprise security policies, industry standards, and networking best practices.
  • Support Agile project delivery and mentor junior network engineers.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field.
  • 9+ years of enterprise Network Engineering experience.
  • Strong experience with Cisco enterprise networking technologies.
  • Expertise in routing and switching concepts.
  • Hands-on experience with BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs, STP, HSRP, VRRP, and QoS.
  • Experience configuring Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Fortinet, or Check Point firewalls.
  • Experience with SD-WAN implementation and administration.
  • Experience with VPN technologies and enterprise network security.
  • Experience supporting cloud networking in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Knowledge of IPv4, IPv6, DNS, DHCP, NAT, TCP/IP, and MPLS.
  • Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
  • Familiarity with scripting using Python, PowerShell, or Bash for network automation.
  • Experience with Cisco DNA Center, Cisco ISE, and network automation is preferred.
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise)
  • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
  • Cisco Certified DevNet Professional
  • Palo Alto PCNSE
  • Fortinet NSE Certification
  • AWS Advanced Networking Specialty
  • Microsoft Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)
  • Juniper JNCIP
  • Experience with Cisco ACI
  • Experience with Ansible, Terraform, or Python-based network automation
  • Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture and SASE