Job Responsibilities
At CP Staffing, we provide organizations with experienced Network Engineers who design, implement, and manage the data infrastructure that powers modern business operations. These professionals ensure connectivity, security, and system availability across wired and wireless networks.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing, configuring, and deploying LAN, WAN, and wireless networks
- Monitoring network performance and performing routine maintenance
- Troubleshooting connectivity issues and diagnosing hardware or software faults
- Implementing network security protocols, firewalls, and VPNs
- Managing routing and switching configurations on Cisco, Juniper, or similar equipment
- Conducting regular network assessments to identify potential risks or bottlenecks
- Collaborating with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams to enforce secure network practices
- Documenting network configurations, diagrams, and change management logs
Required Education and Certifications
When CP Staffing sources Network Engineers, we verify a strong foundation in network infrastructure as well as up-to-date certifications.
Common requirements include:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
- Equivalent military or hands-on experience may be considered in some environments
Certifications:
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
- CompTIA Network+
- Juniper Networks Certified Associate (JNCIA)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or CompTIA Security+ (for network security-focused roles)
- AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty (for cloud networking environments)
Required Skills
At CP Staffing, we focus on matching employers with Network Engineers who have the technical expertise and critical thinking skills necessary for complex infrastructure environments.
Common skill requirements include:
- In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, and subnetting
- Hands-on experience with Cisco IOS, JunOS, or other device-specific command line interfaces
- Proficiency with network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers)
- Familiarity with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, Wireshark)
- Understanding of firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPNs
- Ability to troubleshoot latency, outages, or configuration errors across distributed networks
- Comfort working in DevOps/CI/CD environments
- Experience with SD-WAN, MPLS, and VLAN segmentation
FAQs
Q: What industries need Network Engineer staffing from CP Staffing?
A: We serve clients in industries such as healthcare, banking, manufacturing, education, logistics, and managed IT services—anywhere stable and secure networking is mission-critical.
Q: Does CP Staffing provide contract or permanent network engineering talent?
A: Yes. CP Staffing offers contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire solutions for Network Engineer staffing. We tailor the hiring model to your project scope and team structure.
Q: Can CP Staffing help place engineers with cloud networking expertise?
A: Absolutely. We regularly staff network professionals with hybrid and cloud infrastructure skills, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud networking.
Q: Are entry-level candidates available through CP Staffing?
A: While most network roles require some hands-on experience, we also work with junior candidates who hold certifications and show strong potential. Let us know your experience requirements.
Q: What types of tools and platforms do CP Staffing candidates typically use?
A: Our candidates often work with Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet, and tools such as Wireshark, NetFlow, PRTG, and SDN controllers, depending on the client environment.