El Mirage, Arizona- Network Infrastructure Engineer – Data Center

About the role

The Network Engineer will support the setup, operation, and maintenance of distributed network infrastructure across active data center and large-facility environments. This role is highly hands-on and site-based, focusing on network deployment, troubleshooting, and commissioning rather than corporate IT or remote monitoring work.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Aid with the installation, configuration, and support of Cisco switches and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Perform hands-on installation and troubleshooting of network hardware, cabling, patch panels, racks, and fiber runs in an active data center environment.
• Work directly on-site alongside IT, facilities, and commissioning teams during construction, testing, and go-live phases.
• Support VLAN configuration, ACLs, and network segmentation across facility networks.
• Configure, install, and monitor Unifi (Ubiquiti) wireless access points and controllers.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity issues involving fiber and copper cabling, patch panels, and transceivers.
• Perform routine network monitoring, log reviews, and alert response.
• Deploy and test network equipment during new site installations and upgrades.
• Follow established procedures for configuration management, security, and compliance.
• Participate in training and project work to expand enterprise networking skills.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of hands-on experience in a network support or systems administration role.
• Comfortable working in active construction and commissioning environments and wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as steel-toe boots, hard hats, and safety vests.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco networking equipment (switching and routing).
• Experience supporting physical network infrastructure in live or pre-live environments.
• Basic understanding of wireless networking and fiber/copper cable principles.
• Exposure to network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, PRTG, or similar platforms.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Comfortable working on-site in data centers or large facilities.
• Willingness to travel for required training and project support.
• Ability to work extended hours (50–60 hours/week) during critical project phases.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls.
• Exposure to data center, critical facilities, or large enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with command-line networking tools (SSH, ping, traceroute).
• Experience working in MSP, colo, or construction/commissioning environments.
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CCNA, or JNCIA.

Pay & Benefits Summary

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 annually (W-2) Plus OT
Full-time employment with opportunities for overtime depending on project phase
Paid travel, lodging, and per diem for required training

Call to Action

If you’re a hands-on Network Engineer who enjoys working in live infrastructure environments and wants to be part of a fast-growing technical services team, apply today to be considered.