Network Engineer

About the role

Own and elevate the core network infrastructure that powers Gallup’s global operations. As a network engineer at Gallup, you’ll serve as a cornerstone of our enterprise network, owning core switching infrastructure, driving high availability, and advancing secure, modern connectivity across our organization. This is a high-impact role for a hands-on Cisco expert who thrives on technical depth, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day management, configuration, and optimization of Cisco core and distribution-layer switches across Gallup’s enterprise environment
• Design and implement Layer 2 and Layer 3 solutions, including VLAN segmentation, 802.1Q trunking, STP/RSTP, Port Channels, and first-hop redundancy protocols such as HSRP and VRRPE
• Engineer resilient, high-availability network architectures that minimize downtime and support evolving business needs
• Troubleshoot complex networking issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective solutions with minimal disruption
• Lead capacity planning, architecture design documentation, and disaster recovery strategies to ensure long-term scalability and reliability
• Strengthen network security posture by implementing access control policies, segmentation strategies, and Zero Trust-aligned architectures
• Partner with cross-functional IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders to resolve infrastructure challenges and drive enterprise-wide improvements
• Maintain comprehensive network documentation, diagrams, and operational runbooks
• Contribute to modernization efforts, including automation, hybrid cloud connectivity, and software-defined networking initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, electrical engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience, required
• At least four years of hands-on network engineering experience in an enterprise Cisco environment required
• Demonstrated expertise in Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching, including VLAN design, 802.1Q trunking, STP/RSTP, HSRP, and VRRP required
• Strong IP networking fundamentals, including subnetting, ACLs, and routing protocols such as OSPF or EIGRP required
• Experience troubleshooting complex network issues and performing root cause analysis required
• Experience with network monitoring tools and operational performance analysis required
• Cisco CCNP Enterprise certification preferred
• Experience with Cisco DNA Center, Cisco ISE, SD-WAN, or modern campus networking architectures preferred
• Experience with automation tools such as Python or Ansible preferred
• Experience with hybrid cloud connectivity and modern security architectures preferred
• A commitment to working on-site at Gallup’s Omaha office at least three days per week required

Qualifications

Salaries are based on a variety of factors, including an individual’s education, experience, and skills. The estimated annual salary range for this role is $110,000-$150,000.

Benefits

At Gallup, we offer a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and other insurance options; a fully vested 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching; an employee stock ownership program; family-building benefits; an employee assistance program; and various reimbursements and activities that enhance our associates’ wellbeing.

Pay

The estimated annual salary range for this role is $110,000-$150,000.

Schedule

This role requires a commitment to working on-site at Gallup’s Omaha office at least three days per week.