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Dorman Products

Associate Network Engineer

Colmar, PA · Hybrid

Job Summary We are seeking a motivated Junior Network Engineer to assist with the support, maintenance, and monitoring of enterprise network infrastructure. This role will work closely with senior ...

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Network Engineer II

Gonzales, LA

Azure, AWS, Google * 1 Associate network certification from any of the following: Cisco, Fortinet, Juniper Network Engineer II * Moderate understanding of the protocols and technologies including ...

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Network Engineer II

Gonzales, LA · On-site

Azure, AWS, Google * 1 Associate network certification from any of the following: Cisco, Fortinet, Juniper Network Engineer II * Moderate understanding of the protocols and technologies including ...

New York Life

$103K - $142K/yr

Hybrid - 3 days per quarter Role Overview The Network Engineer - Core Network Services is ... employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our ...

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How much do volunteer associate network engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for volunteer associate network engineer in the United States is $82,636.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $95,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Volunteer Associate Network Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Volunteer Associate Network Engineer, you need a foundational understanding of networking concepts, protocols like TCP/IP, and often a relevant degree or coursework in computer science or IT. Familiarity with network hardware, Cisco or Juniper devices, and certifications like CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA are typically required. Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills help you effectively troubleshoot issues and collaborate with other IT professionals. These skills ensure reliable network performance, efficient issue resolution, and contribute to seamless organizational operations.

What is the difference between Volunteer Associate Network Engineer vs Volunteer Network Technician?

AspectVolunteer Associate Network EngineerVolunteer Network Technician
Required CredentialsBasic networking certifications, relevant courseworkEntry-level certifications or on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentNon-profit organizations, community projectsCommunity centers, small businesses, NGOs
Employer & Industry UsageTech nonprofits, educational programsLocal organizations, volunteer initiatives
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Volunteer Associate Network Engineer typically has a broader role involving network design and planning, while the Volunteer Network Technician focuses on troubleshooting and maintaining existing networks. Both roles are vital in volunteer settings, often requiring similar certifications and working in community-focused environments.

What are Volunteer Associate Network Engineers?

Volunteer Associate Network Engineers are individuals, often at the entry level, who assist organizations with the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of network systems on a volunteer basis. They typically support tasks such as configuring routers and switches, monitoring network performance, and responding to connectivity issues. By volunteering, they gain hands-on experience in networking, which is valuable for building a career in IT. These roles are common in non-profit organizations, community initiatives, and educational settings where IT support is needed but budgets are limited.

What types of projects or tasks can Volunteer Associate Network Engineers expect to work on, and how does this contribute to their professional development?

As a Volunteer Associate Network Engineer, you can expect to be involved in tasks such as assisting with network installations, troubleshooting connectivity issues, monitoring network performance, and supporting senior network engineers in documentation and maintenance activities. These hands-on experiences help you gain valuable practical skills, build familiarity with common networking tools, and understand real-world infrastructure setups. Volunteering in this capacity also offers exposure to collaborative work environments, enhances your problem-solving abilities, and can serve as a stepping stone for more advanced roles within IT networking.
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Infographic showing various Volunteer Associate Network Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,636 per year, or $39.7 per hour.
Associate Network Engineer

Associate Network Engineer

Brandeis University

Waltham, MA • On-site

$75/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Brandeis University is looking for an Associate Network Engineer in their IT department. This role will work closely with the other engineers to assist and learn the design of system and network configurations, assist with documenting and installing new networks and technologies, and helping to maintain and upgrade existing systems as needed. They will work closely with the Senior Network Engineer and Lead infrastructure engineer to learn best practices and develop their broader technical and professional knowledge. This role is responsible for helping to ensure a highly available, secure, and scalable network that supports academic, research, and administrative operations. The Associate Network Engineer will work with other members of the network, systems, applications, and security teams to help design, deploy, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain all the university's network operations. The primary goal of this position is to help to maximize reliability, availability, performance, and security of the network. This is a mostly technical and operations-based role that involves a high level of complexity and problem solving. It will require excellent written and verbal communications skills working in a team-oriented environment. You will need to have the ability to work both on your own and with the team. This position requires off hours work for maintenance or incident response.
Job Description:
Function 1 (50%)
  • Assist in solving technical issues which can include Routers, Switches, VMware, Servers, Wireless and Firewalls.
  • Assist to resolve operational problems that have been escalated beyond Help Desk first response.
  • Monitor networks and related systems performance.
  • Prepare documentation and guides that can be used across teams with varying levels of technical knowledge.
  • Assist in the configuration of automatic backups for all networking equipment and configurations.
  • Responsible for all location's networking systems.
  • Responsible for assisting with deploying network hardware upgrades.
  • Maintaining network documentation, including inventory lists and warranty information.

Function 2 (35%)
  • Assist in the deployment and support local and remote data centers.
  • Assist in the upgrade firmware on network equipment to mitigate security risks, and to provide new functionality when needed.
  • Work with engineers to help design network maintenance and expansion.
  • Perform network reviews, evaluate current state, and provide feedback for improvement.
  • Learn existing solutions and provide improvement feedback to engineers.
  • Ensures that server systems and networks maintain required availability, performance, and capacity for growth.
  • Engage with external vendor support as required.
  • Executes additional activities that support ITS as assigned.

Function 3 (10%)
  • Act as on-site technical point of contact for network infrastructure components requiring outside vendor participation, including but not limited to campus voice, data, security, energy management, food service, card access, and retail point-of-sales.
  • Participate in technical and business discussions relative to future architecture direction aligning with the University's goals.
  • Occasionally exceed 7 hours per day and/or 35 hours per week. After hours and weekend work occasionally occur.
  • Provide periodic status reports on projects and system conditions as required/requested by ITS Management.

Function 4 (5%)
• Represent ITS network interests and provide technical specifications with regard to Capital Projects and other non-ITS projects that may occur.
The salary range for the position is $75 - 84.4K.
Additional Job Description:
The work is of an intellectual nature. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is required to stand and sit for prolonged periods. Specific vision abilities required include close and medium distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to hear normal sounds, distinguish sound as voice and communicate through human speech. This position requires the ability to operate a keyboard, computer mouse, telephone, copier, writing tools, and other standard office equipment. On occasion an employee will be asked to lift items weighing up to 60 pounds.
Job Requirements:
  • BS/equivalent in Computer Science, or related field plus 1-3 years of related experience in enterprise and datacenter networking or AS/equivalent plus 3-5 years or HS/GED/equivalent plus 5-7 years.
  • A basic understanding of networking protocols and technologies (TCP/IP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, and VLAN)
  • A basic understanding of the OSI model.
  • Familiarity with enterprise-grade networking hardware (e.g., Arista, Aruba, Cisco, etc.).
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Time management skills (including task prioritization).
  • Eager to learn and explore various projects outside of your job scope.
  • Self-motivated, self-directed, and committed to improving your skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Pay Range Disclosure
The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").

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