Senior Network Engineer – WAN/LAN

IDR is seeking a Senior Network Engineer – WAN/LAN to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Knoxville, Tennessee.

This role is centered around deploying, managing, and evolving enterprise wired and wireless networks within a university setting, supporting large-scale campus infrastructure. The organization works within the higher education sector, focusing on cutting-edge networking solutions to support academic and administrative functions.

Position Overview for the Senior Network Engineer – WAN/LAN:

• This senior-level networking expert will deploy, manage, and improve wired and wireless network solutions across a campus enterprise architecture.
• Responsible for leading large-scale network projects, upgrades, and implementations independently with minimal oversight.
• Supports network operations by providing expert-level troubleshooting, planning, and documentation.
• Participates in on-call rotations to ensure network reliability outside of regular hours.
• Researches and applies new networking technologies to enhance university systems.

Requirements for the Senior Network Engineer – WAN/LAN:

• Associate degree in a related field.
• Six (6) years of direct industry-related experience in network administration and/or network engineering.
• Intermediate working knowledge of networking concepts: WAN/LAN, DNS/DHCP, Layer 3/2, TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, firewalls, and security policies such as access control lists.
• Ability to glean network requirements from users, technical and conceptual drawings.
• Proven experience in the planning and execution of large-scale network infrastructure deployments.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive compensation package
• Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
• Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.

Why IDR?

• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.