Senior Network Engineer – WAN/LAN

IDR is seeking a Senior Network Engineer – WAN/LAN to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Knoxville, Tennessee. This role is centered around deploying, managing, and evolving enterprise wired and wireless networks within a university setting, supporting large-scale campus infrastructure. The organization works within the higher education sector, focusing on cutting-edge networking solutions to support academic and administrative functions.Position Overview for the Senior Network Engineer – WAN/LAN:This senior-level networking expert will deploy, manage, and improve wired and wireless network solutions across a campus enterprise architecture.Responsible for leading large-scale network projects, upgrades, and implementations independently with minimal oversight.Supports network operations by providing expert-level troubleshooting, planning, and documentation.Participates in on-call rotations to ensure network reliability outside of regular hours.Researches and applies new networking technologies to enhance university systems.Requirements for the Senior Network Engineer – WAN/LAN:Associate degree in a related field.Six (6) years of direct industry-related experience in network administration and/or network engineering.Intermediate working knowledge of networking concepts: WAN/LAN, DNS/DHCP, Layer 3/2, TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, firewalls, and security policies such as access control lists.Ability to glean network requirements from users, technical and conceptual drawings.Proven experience in the planning and execution of large-scale network infrastructure deployments.What's in it for you?Competitive compensation packageFull Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.Why IDR?25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major marketsEmployee Stock Ownership ProgramDedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life InsuranceClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.