Network Engineer III

Charlotte, NC (Hybrid – 4 days Onsite / 1 Remote) Night/Evening Shift (First 1-2 weeks: standard business hours for onboarding/training; after ramp-up: evening schedule, typically starting 5:00-6:00 PM; most work during scheduled maintenance windows 10:00 PM-5:00 AM CT; little to no weekend work, Friday evenings generally avoided) Ongoing contract (renewed in 6-month intervals) $45 - $55 per hour (DOE) About The Role Brooksource is seeking a Network Engineer III to join the Enterprise Network Engineering team in Charlotte, NC, supporting a Fortune 500 telecommunications organization. This ongoing contract role, primarily onsite with some remote flexibility, focuses on maintaining and modernizing large-scale, highly available network infrastructure critical to business operations and millions of customers. As a Network Engineer, you will partner with infrastructure, security, and operations teams to execute network upgrades, troubleshoot complex connectivity issues, and improve the performance, resiliency, and reliability of enterprise LAN, WAN, and wireless environments. This position is ideal for engineers who enjoy hands-on technical work, solving complex networking challenges, and contributing to high-impact infrastructure initiatives. You will work a night/evening shift schedule, with flexibility provided and minimal weekend work expected. What You'll Do Design, configure, and support enterprise LAN, WAN, and wireless network infrastructureTroubleshoot complex network connectivity, routing, switching, and performance issues across production environmentsExecute planned network upgrades, maintenance activities, and infrastructure changesCollaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to ensure reliable network operationsImplement improvements to network performance, resiliency, and monitoring capabilitiesMaintain technical documentation including network diagrams, configurations, and operational proceduresServe as a technical escalation point for production network incidents and operational support What You Bring 5+ years of enterprise network engineering experience supporting medium-to-large corporate environments; experience within Fortune 500 or similarly complex enterprise organizations is highly preferredStrong hands-on experience with Cisco routing and switching technologiesProficiency with enterprise routing protocols, including BGP and OSPFExperience troubleshooting complex LAN/WAN environments in production networksFamiliarity with Cisco wireless technologies; Meraki experience is a plusExcellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional technical teamsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced enterprise environmentPreferred: Experience with Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto Firewalls, Infoblox, and Network Access Control (NAC) technologiesExperience supporting large-scale enterprise production environments What's In It For You 401(k) Matching PlanMedical, Dental & Vision PlansRelationship-Driven Process to Find Your Best Fit6 Paid HolidaysRegular Meetings to Ensure Quality in Your EngagementCompetitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), Dependent Care FSA, supplemental insurance options, paid time off, paid company holidays, sick time, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering counseling, financial, legal, and wellness resources Additional Info On Evening/Night Shift First 1-2 weeks: follows standard business hours (approximately 8:00 AM-5:00 PM) for onboarding and trainingAfter ramp-up: role transitions to an evening schedule, with shifts typically starting around 5:00-6:00 PMMost work supports production changes during scheduled maintenance windows (10:00 PM-5:00 AM CT); however, team members are not expected to cover the entire overnight windowLittle to no weekend work is expected, and Friday evening work is generally avoided How To Apply Apply today to connect with a Brooksource recruiter and learn more about this opportunity. About Us At Brooksource, relationships are the foundation of everything we do. Since 2000, we've built lasting partnerships with clients, consultants, and internal teams to deliver an exceptional experience across every engagement. As a trusted IT and Engineering services provider, Brooksource supports Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our proprietary Workforce Transformation program. Whether you're seeking your next consulting opportunity or looking to grow your career, Brooksource partners with leading organizations across industries to connect talented professionals with meaningful technology initiatives. We offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement opportunities designed to align with your career goals. EEO STATEMENT Brooksource is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. PAY DISCLAIMER Compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, technical expertise, education, internal equity, market conditions, and applicable laws. This posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of compensation. Disclaimer Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment. Eeo We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Benefits & Perks Calculated Hire offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc. Pay Disclaimer The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Charlotte, NC (Hybrid – 4 days Onsite / 1 Remote) Night/Evening Shift (First 1-2 weeks: standard business hours for onboarding/training; after ramp-up: evening schedule, typically starting 5:00-6:00 PM; most work during scheduled maintenance windows 10:00 PM-5:00 AM CT; little to no weekend work, Friday evenings generally avoided) Ongoing contract (renewed in 6-month intervals) $45 - $55 per hour (DOE) What You'll Do Design, configure, and support enterprise LAN, WAN, and wireless network infrastructureTroubleshoot complex network connectivity, routing, switching, and performance issues across production environmentsExecute planned network upgrades, maintenance activities, and infrastructure changesCollaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to ensure reliable network operationsImplement improvements to network performance, resiliency, and monitoring capabilitiesMaintain technical documentation including network diagrams, configurations, and operational proceduresServe as a technical escalation point for production network incidents and operational support What You Bring 5+ years of enterprise network engineering experience supporting medium-to-large corporate environments; experience within Fortune 500 or similarly complex enterprise organizations is highly preferredStrong hands-on experience with Cisco routing and switching technologiesProficiency with enterprise routing protocols, including BGP and OSPFExperience troubleshooting complex LAN/WAN environments in production networksFamiliarity with Cisco wireless technologies; Meraki experience is a plusExcellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional technical teamsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced enterprise environmentPreferred: Experience with Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto Firewalls, Infoblox, and Network Access Control (NAC) technologiesExperience supporting large-scale enterprise production environments What's In It For You 401(k) Matching PlanMedical, Dental & Vision PlansRelationship-Driven Process to Find Your Best Fit6 Paid HolidaysRegular Meetings to Ensure Quality in Your EngagementCompetitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), Dependent Care FSA, supplemental insurance options, paid time off, paid company holidays, sick time, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering counseling, financial, legal, and wellness resources Additional Info On Evening/Night Shift First 1-2 weeks: follows standard business hours (approximately 8:00 AM-5:00 PM) for onboarding and trainingAfter ramp-up: role transitions to an evening schedule, with shifts typically starting around 5:00-6:00 PMMost work supports production changes during scheduled maintenance windows (10:00 PM-5:00 AM CT); however, team members are not expected to cover the entire overnight windowLittle to no weekend work is expected, and Friday evening work is generally avoided How To Apply Apply today to connect with a Brooksource recruiter and learn more about this opportunity. Benefits & Perks Calculated Hire offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc. Pay Disclaimer The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.