Network Engineer

Now Hiring: Network Engineer

Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid – 3 days onsite/week)

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: $100K

Industry: Higher Education

Schedule: 40 hours/week | Some on-call may be required

Are you a hands-on Network Engineer who thrives in hybrid environments and wants to support a mission-driven institution in the heart of Boston? This is a key role supporting the wired and wireless infrastructure for a major university — with additional responsibilities supporting a nearby college (with stipend).

You’ll join a tight-knit IT team focused on delivering seamless, secure, and scalable network services to students, faculty, and staff.

• Manage and maintain wired and wireless network infrastructure across multiple campuses
• Install, configure, and support equipment from Extreme Networks, Aruba, Juniper, F5, and Ivanti
• Administer LAN, WAN, VoIP, VPN, Internet, and BGP protocols
• Troubleshoot performance issues and implement proactive solutions
• Collaborate with IT peers to ensure stability and integration across systems
• Maintain network documentation and enforce security standards
• Keep current with evolving networking technologies and best practices

• 4+ years of hands-on network engineering experience
• Strong knowledge of Extreme Networks, Aruba, and Juniper gear
• Solid grasp of networking fundamentals: LAN, WAN, VoIP, BGP, and VPN
• Experience supporting large, distributed environments (higher ed is a plus!)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

• Familiarity with F5 and Ivanti tools
• Prior experience in a college or university setting
• Ability to create and manage clear network documentation

• Local candidates only — must be able to be onsite 3 days/week
• No visa sponsorship available
• Three-round interview process
• Background check required

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