Network/Cloud Engineer in Madison, WI

Network/Cloud Engineer Job Description

Network engineers must be detail-oriented problem solvers with in-depth knowledge of networking hardware and software. A strong background in interfacing, security, internet protocols and server and network infrastructure is necessary. Network engineers use traditional and creative methods to ensure the stability and integrity of in-house voice, data, video and wireless network services. A bachelor’s degree in computer science or electrical engineering and five or more years of experience in areas such as network design and implementation, LAN/WAN interfacing, security, internet protocols and TCP/IP, and server and network infrastructure are typical job requirements. A professional certification, such as the Cisco CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE, also is highly desirable.

Typical network engineer duties:

Planning, designing and developing local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) across the organization

Participating in the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support and optimization of all network hardware, software and communication links

Analyzing and resolving network hardware and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion and providing end-user training

Maintaining a secure transfer of data to multiple locations via internal and external networks

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Cisco Technologies

Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)

VLAN

OSPF

VPN Technologies

Router Switches

Troubleshoot

Configuration Management

Workstatioin Support

Implement Strategies

Salary for Network/Cloud Engineer in Madison, WI

105435 - 148005

25th percentile

105435

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

126473

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

148005

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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