Network Engineer-II / Freelance Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a Network Engineer to provide hands-on support for Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC), Access Points, switches, and related network infrastructure. The role will focus primarily on rack-and-stack, cabling, hardware installation, physical troubleshooting, and coordination with remote network engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform rack-and-stack installation of WLCs, switches, and network equipment.
• Install, connect, label, and manage copper, fiber, console, and power cabling.
• Perform physical installation, replacement, reboot, and power-cycle activities for WLCs and APs.
• Provide hands-and-feet support to remote network engineers during installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Perform basic physical troubleshooting of ports, cables, SFPs, power, LEDs, and connectivity.
• Assist with WLC/AP commissioning, testing, upgrades, and maintenance activities.
• Support hardware replacement and cable tracing as required.
• Maintain rack diagrams, port mappings, asset information, and installation documentation.
• Follow approved MOP/SOP, change-management, and data-center safety procedures.
• Coordinate with NOC and remote engineering teams during incidents and planned maintenance.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in network or data-center hands-on support.
• Basic knowledge of Cisco WLC, Access Points, switches, and networking concepts.
• Experience with rack-and-stack, structured cabling, fiber/copper patching, and console access.
• Basic understanding of VLANs, Ethernet, PoE, IP addressing, and network connectivity.
• Ability to troubleshoot physical network issues and work with remote engineering teams.
• CCNA or equivalent networking knowledge is preferred.
• Willingness to work on-site and during scheduled maintenance windows.

Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour

Work Location: In person