Network Engineer

Onsite in Burbank, CA. Start date ASAP. 6-month contract-to-hire (will convert to full-time employee). Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; sponsorship is not available.

About the Role

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. 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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).
• Deploy and terminate CAT5/6 copper cabling as needed for new and existing installations.
• Configure and troubleshoot wireless networks, including access point deployment and, where applicable, site surveys.
• Utilize Cisco Catalyst Center/DNA Center and Cisco Client for network management, policy, and access control.
• Use SolarWinds for network monitoring and wireless controller visibility.
• Provide occasional after-hours or weekend support for studio testing or events, with flexibility to work remote/offsite the following day when this occurs.

Requirements

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

Pay

$68–75/hour (W2).

Benefits

• Eligible for health, dental, vision, and 401K.