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Temporary Core Network Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Senior Network Engineer

Columbia, SC · On-site

$84K - $116K/yr

Seeking a Senior level Network Engineer for a Long Term contract position located in Blythewood, SC ... Preferred Skills: * 10+ years of experience with knowledge of monitoring and tracing tools, core ...

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... core network architecture • 10+ years of experience with advanced troubleshooting, routing, and switching • 4+ years of experience with wireless networks • 3+ years of experience with hybrid ...

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Network Engineer Level 1s assist more senior Network Engineers with support, maintenance and optimization of core network services, devices and communications systems. Fully On-site Certifications ...

This is a hands-on role with broad technical ownership, spanning core networking, wireless ... Engineer, support, and optimize enterprise wireless infrastructure, including secure SSID design ...

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Network Engineer

Henrico, VA · On-site

$57.95 - $67.10/hr

... core network components including Cisco routers, Cisco ASA platforms, Palo Alto firewalls, Brocade switches, and Juniper infrastructure. • Manage routing and traffic flow using Border Gateway ...

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This role is responsible for administering and troubleshooting core networking infrastructure across multiple office locations, data centers, and remote access environments. The Network Engineer is a ...

Design, implement, and optimize ISP and broadband network solutions across core, aggregation, access, transport, and customer edge environments. * Lead network engineering projects including new ...

Administer and support core network hardware and software including Cisco Catalyst (9200/9300) and ... Collaborate with network engineers, infrastructure teams, and field technicians to coordinate and ...

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How much do temporary core network engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary core network engineer in the United States is $109,040.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,000.00 and $133,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Core Network Engineer vs Network Operations Technician?

AspectTemporary Core Network EngineerNetwork Operations Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science or related, Cisco/Juniper certifications often preferredAssociate's degree or technical certification in networking
Work EnvironmentData centers, telecom companies, network service providersNetwork operation centers, field sites, enterprise networks
Employer & Industry UsageTelecom, ISPs, large enterprisesService providers, enterprise IT teams
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for network infrastructure rolesCompared for network maintenance and troubleshooting roles

The Temporary Core Network Engineer typically focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining core network infrastructure, often requiring advanced certifications and experience. In contrast, a Network Operations Technician handles day-to-day network troubleshooting and support. While both roles work within network environments, the engineer role is more strategic and technical, whereas the technician role is operational and support-oriented.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Core Network Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,040 per year, or $52.4 per hour.
Senior Network Engineer

Senior Network Engineer

Core Technology Solutions

Columbia, SC • On-site

$84K - $116K/yr

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Job description

Seeking a Senior level Network Engineer for a Long Term contract position located in Blythewood, SC. Must authorized to work in the United States, Security clearance required, No c2c candidates or sponsorship availability.
Project Scope: Act as a point of reference for the Network Operations Center team on technical issues. While reporting to the Network Operations Center Manager, the Network Engineer will work on assignments that are complex in nature where judgment is required in resolving problems, making recommendations, and implementing changes with little to no supervision. This position contributes advanced technical expertise to support and strengthen daily NOC operations.
What YOU Will Do In This Role:

  • Daily duties include managing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting a statewide network infrastructure built upon a foundation of various solutions, such as Cisco/Meraki, Palo Alto, Fortinet/FortiGate, Certes, and Citrix NetScaler, and Trellix technologies.
  • Be proactive in their approach to monitor network performance, ensure efficient communication across the network, review and improve security compliance through cybersecurity best practices, and implement updates or changes to maintain optimal connectivity and secure version compliance.
  • Candidate will be part of a multi-team environment and must have the ability to work as part of those teams and must have the ability to support multiple tasks at the same time, in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Perform the configuration, installation, maintenance, and upgrade of networking products.
  • Troubleshoot network failures and identify network problems.
  • Provide Network analysis, design, installation, configuration, and support.
  • Maintain network diagrams and other network documentation.
  • Provide configuration, troubleshooting and problem resolution support.
  • Troubleshoot and remediate issues in a complex, voice-integrated infrastructure.


Required Skills:

  • 10+ years experience in Cisco firewalls, routers, switches, VPN and Cisco administration.
  • 5+ years of experience with Palo Alto firewalls.


Preferred Skills:

  • 10+ years of experience with knowledge of monitoring and tracing tools, core network architecture, advanced troubleshooting, routing, and switching.
  • 4+ years of experience with wireless networks.
  • 3+ years of experience with hybrid cloud infrastructure.


Required Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree OR Four Years of Relevant Experience in addition to Required Years of Experience.


Preferred Certifications:

  • CCNA
  • CCNP