Network Engineer / Canton / On-site

This position offers room to grow technically, visibility across global teams, and a chance to work on meaningful modernization projects like segmentation, firewall upgrades, and compliance readiness - all while maintaining a strong work-life balance and supportive team culture. This role focuses primarily on Cisco networking, network segmentation, and infrastructure modernization within a highly technical, hands-on environment.

My team is partnered with a global leader in aerospace manufacturing that supplies aircraft manufacturers worldwide. This company is looking for a full-time Network Engineer to join their small, close-knit IT team 5 days onsite with on call rotation in Canton, GA. This role focuses primarily on Cisco networking, network segmentation, and infrastructure modernization within a highly technical, hands-on environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a complex, enterprise-level network in a critical industry. You’ll be joining a small, collaborative team where your expertise directly impacts operations. The ideal candidate thrives in a hands-on role and enjoys solving network challenges. This position offers room to grow technically, visibility across global teams, and a chance to work on meaningful modernization projects like segmentation, firewall upgrades, and compliance readiness - all while maintaining a strong work-life balance and supportive team culture.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of network infrastructure experience (Cisco routers, switches, and chassis)
• 3+ years of systems administration (Windows networking, DHCP, DNS, Active Directory)
• 3+ years of experience with Azure and Nutanix or similar virtualization platforms
• Experience with Fortinet firewalls, Aruba Wireless (Aruba Central), and data center server hardware
• Familiarity with network segmentation and compliance initiatives (DoD or CMMC preferred)
• Microsoft 365 administration experience
• Preferred Certifications: CCNA or CCNP, Microsoft MCSE

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• 90% Cisco networking, firewalls, and wireless infrastructure
• 10% Systems administration, on-call rotation (1 week every 4 weeks; 2-3 calls per week)

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Cisco-based network environments
• Lead network segmentation and compliance projects (CMMC readiness)
• Manage firewalls, VLANs, and routing configurations
• Oversee Nutanix virtual infrastructure and system backups
• Provide Tier 3 support and troubleshoot critical issues
• Collaborate with IT and operations to improve reliability and performance

The Offer

• Bonus eligible (based on company performance)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• PTO
• 401k matching
• Company-paid Life Insurance

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future