The Planet Group
1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Pay found in job post Retrieved from the description. Base pay range $95,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr Now Hiring: Network Engineer Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid - 3 days onsite/week) Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: $95K-$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. Now Hiring: Network Engineer Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid - 3 days onsite/week) Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: $95K-$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. What You'll Do 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 What You Bring 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 Bonus Points For Familiarity with F5 and Ivanti tools Prior experience in a college or university setting Ability to create and manage clear network documentation Please Note Local candidates only - must be able to be onsite 3 days/week No visa sponsorship available Three-round interview process Background check required This is a great opportunity to join a values-driven organization making a real impact in the Boston education community. Interested? Reach out to learn more - let's get you in front of the hiring team. #NetworkEngineer #HigherEdIT #BostonTech #HybridJobs #TECH #ITJobs #TechHiring #ExtremeNetworks #Aruba #Juniper #F5 #Ivanti Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Information Technology Industries Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Planet Group by 2x Get notified about new Network Engineer jobs in Boston, MA . Boston, MA $79,538.68 - $118,661.11 3 weeks ago Lynnfield, MA $142,300 - $166,000 2 weeks ago We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr