Mid-Level Network Engineer

A rapidly growing retailer is building out its network operations and infrastructure team to strengthen connectivity and performance across corporate and store environments. This role will play a hands-on part in supporting network design, re-IP initiatives, firewall deployments, and automation efforts that directly impact the business's scalability and uptime.
Responsibilities

• Support ongoing A/V network expansion and verification across multiple sites
  
• Configure, deploy, and maintain Cisco switching environments (C90-200 series, StackWise)
  
• Manage routing protocols (OSPF), VLANs, and QoS configurations
  
• Assist with Palo Alto firewall deployments and Panorama templates
  
• Support connectivity for Crestron devices across 30 conference rooms (video, touch panels, etc.)
  
• Configure and support wireless access points and Meraki systems
  
• Monitor and maintain network health using tools like LogicMonitor, Datadog, Zabbix, or SolarWinds
  
• Implement network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, Terraform)
  
• Collaborate with cloud and infrastructure teams to support hybrid networking in Azure and AWS
  
• Document network changes, policies, and procedures for future standardization

Key Result Areas

• Maintain reliable and secure network connectivity across environments
  
• Support lifecycle management, troubleshooting, and escalation response
  
• Onboard and manage devices in monitoring and automation systems
  
• Contribute to network optimization and automation initiatives
  
• Uphold security best practices and zero trust principles

Requirements

• 2 years of hands-on experience in network engineering (on-prem cloud)
  
• Proficiency with Cisco switching and routing, Meraki networking
  
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, subnetting, and routing
  
• Experience configuring firewalls (Sophos, Palo Alto, Checkpoint, Fortinet, or Firepower)
  
• Familiarity with automation tools (Python, Ansible, Terraform, or NetBox exposure)
  
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills
  
• Preferred certification: CCNA

Environment & Culture

• Driven, fast-paced retail environment with a high standard for uptime and performance
  
• Team values initiative, curiosity, and hands-on learning
  
• Location: Greater Phoenix area
  
• Schedule: In-office Monday-Thursday, optional remote Fridays

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Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.