Network Engineer

Job Title: Network Engineer
Location-Type: Onsite in Burbank, CA
Start Date Is: ASAP
Duration: (contract, perm, etc) 6 Month Contract to Hire (will convert to FTE)
Compensation Range: 68-75$/hr W2
Benefits: Eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, 401K
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for sponsorship .

We are seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to design, deploy, and support the wired and wireless network infrastructure for a fast-paced enterprise office and an adjoining experimental studio/lab environment in Burbank, CA. You will serve as the primary on-site network resource, owning connectivity, switching, and wireless operations end-to-end. The ideal candidate is a true hands-on engineer — not someone who simply monitors a network — who is comfortable working independently, building relationships across technical teams, and staying calm under pressure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Network Engineering:
• Configure and support Cisco switches, routers, and wireless LAN controllers/access points across the corporate office and studio environments.
• Build and troubleshoot end-to-end network connectivity for enterprise users and lab/test environments alike.
• Environment Split: Spend roughly 70-80% of time on core enterprise/corporate networking (VLANs, switching, user connectivity) and 20-30% supporting the studio's experimental testing environment (standing up connectivity, configuring ports, supporting test setups).
• Physical Infrastructure: Deploy and terminate CAT5/6 copper cabling as needed for new and existing installations.
• Wireless Support: Configure and troubleshoot wireless networks, including access point deployment and, where applicable, site surveys.
• Platform Management: Utilize Cisco Catalyst Center/DNA Center and Cisco Client for network management, policy, and access control.
• Monitoring & Tools: Use SolarWinds for network monitoring and wireless controller visibility.
• Occasional Support: Provide after-hours or weekend support for studio testing or events, with flexibility to work remote/offsite the following day when this occurs.

Technical Requirements: Experience: True hands-on Network Engineering background (not primarily Network Operations/NOC), ideally from an enterprise or mission-critical environment. Technical Stack:

• Deep knowledge of Cisco networking hardware — switches, routers, wireless LAN controllers, WiFi access points.
• Proficiency with routing protocols: EIGRP and BGP.
• Experience with Cisco Catalyst Center/DNA Center and Cisco Client.
• Solid Layer 2 / Spanning Tree fundamentals and understanding of VRF Lite.
• Comfortable deploying and terminating CAT5/6 copper cabling.
• Experience with SolarWinds is a plus.
• WiFi survey tools such as Ekahau Sidekick, and spectrum analyzer experience, are a plus.
• 802.1X support experience (design, implementation, and ongoing access support) is a plus.
• No degree requirement — real-world experience is what matters most.