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Summary

Confidential Client is seeking a Network Engineer 1 to support multi-site LAN/WAN environments. This is a contract, fully onsite role based in Anaheim, CA. The position focuses on day-to-day network operations, troubleshooting, security basics, and supporting changes under direction of more senior engineers.

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What You’ll Do

• Support daily operations of multi-site LAN/WAN infrastructure within your assigned span of control.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve network issues using packet captures, traceroute, ping, SNMP tools and log analysis.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining routing, switching, and network security configurations.
• Participate in planning, testing, and deploying network configuration changes.
• Document network diagrams, IP addressing plans, configurations, and standard operating procedures.
• Support incident response and root-cause analysis for network-related events.
• Coordinate with internal teams and, when required, customers about network status, incidents, and planned changes.
• Escalate complex issues to senior engineers with clear technical context and diagnostic data.
• Follow established change-management and security policies.

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Required Knowledge & Skills

• Solid understanding of OSI model and TCP/IP networking fundamentals.
• Familiarity with dynamic routing concepts (e.g., OSPF, BGP, EIGRP or similar).
• IP addressing and subnetting experience.
• Knowledge of common network topologies (star, mesh, hub-and-spoke).
• Basic network and physical security principles.
• Understanding of authentication/authorization methods (RADIUS, TACACS+, 802.1X).
• Exposure to encryption fundamentals and secure protocols.
• Experience with firewalls, VPNs (remote access and site-to-site), and wireless security concepts.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

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Desired Tools / Platform Experience

Experience with one or more of the following is desirable:

• Cisco routing and switching platforms
• Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls (NGFW)
• Aruba ClearPass or similar network access control (NAC) solutions

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Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field AND at least 2+ years of technical experience supporting network infrastructure; OR
• 4+ years of hands-on Network Engineering support experience in lieu of a degree.
• Industry certifications (e.g., CCNA, Network+, PCNSE, Aruba) are a plus but not required.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour. Individual compensation within this range depends on qualifications, experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors.
• If eligible, benefits for this temporary role may include: medical, dental & vision; 401(k) retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth options); life insurance (voluntary); short- and long-term disability; HSA; employee assistance program; transportation benefits; and paid time off policies. Benefits eligibility and offerings are subject to change and may depend on classification and length of employment.

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Workplace & Location

• This is a fully onsite, contract position based in Anaheim, CA (on-premises work required).

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Other Information

• Experience Level: Entry Level (Network Engineer 1)
• Job Type: Contract
• Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.
• Confidential Client is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please notify Careertakes so we can assist.

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About the Client

Confidential Client provides IT services and staffing solutions to enterprise customers. They partner with organizations to design, deploy, and support technology solutions that improve reliability, security, and business outcomes.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

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