Network Engineer
The Planet Group - Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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$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). Youll 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). Youll join a tight-knit IT team focused on delivering seamless, secure, and scalable network services to students, faculty, and staff. What Youll 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 Bachelors 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 lets get you in front of the hiring team. #NetworkEngineer #HigherEdIT #BostonTech #HybridJobs #TECH #ITJobs #TechHiring #ExtremeNetworks #Aruba #Juniper #F5 #Ivanti Seniority level
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