Talent Groups is hiring: Network Engineer in Anchorage

Content Summary: Network Engineer at Anchorage, for Talent Groups

Position Title: Network Engineer (Junior and Senior Roles Available)

Location: Mostly remote in Anchorage, AK (1-2 onsite days a month in the datacenter)

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Pay levels -

Junior level (2-4 years) - up to $43/hour

Senior level ( 7+ years) - up to $62/hour

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer to support our Anchorage data center operations. This role offers two exciting opportunities—one Junior and one Senior position—focused on maintaining a high-availability network infrastructure. Key responsibilities include managing VPN connectivity, firewall configurations, and network devices.

Ideal Candidate:

We’re looking for individuals with a strong technical background in network engineering rather than traditional network administration. Expertise in Cisco switching, F5 load balancing, Aruba Wi-Fi, and Palo Alto firewalls is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Network Infrastructure Maintenance: Ensure network reliability by managing Cisco switches, configuring F5 load balancers, and overseeing Aruba Wi-Fi setups.
• Firewall Management: Collaborate with the security team to implement and modify firewall policies. Manage Palo Alto firewalls and address VPN connectivity issues.
• System Patching & Certification Management: Keep systems secure and compliant by applying updates and managing network-related certifications.
• Support & Collaboration: Provide network solutions for application development, vendor integrations, and hardware deployments such as new Wi-Fi switches.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of network configurations and performance for future reference and reporting purposes.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field preferred; relevant work experience will be considered.
• Certifications: CCNA required; equivalent certifications such as Juniper or HP platform certifications are acceptable.
• Experience:
• Junior Level: 2–4 years in network engineering or administration.
• Senior Level: 8+ years in network engineering or administration.

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