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Network Engineer - Hybrid Cloud & Enterprise Networking

Dahl Consulting, Lehi, UT, United States


Job Description

Title : Network Engineer - Hybrid Cloud & Enterprise Networking
Location : Remote
Job Type : Contract (12 Months)
Compensation : $40 - $60 p/h
Schedule:

8 am to 5 pm MST |Mon-Friday
Industry:

Renewable Energy
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About the Role
Our firm is partnering with a rapidly growing, technology-driven organization in the renewable energy and distributed services industry to identify an experienced Network Engineer. This role supports a large, hybrid networking environment that combines modern cloud-native infrastructure with traditional enterprise networks.
The Network Engineer will play a key role in designing, operating, and automating highly available network systems that connect corporate offices, multiple branch locations, field operations, and cloud-based platforms. The environment supports mission-critical operations and requires a strong focus on reliability, security, and scalability.
Job Description
The Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, support, and automation of enterprise and cloud networking solutions. This role spans on-premises infrastructure and Amazon Web Services (AWS), with a focus on maintaining high availability, optimizing performance, and enabling secure connectivity across a distributed organization.
Core Networking & Enterprise Infrastructure

Administer and optimize enterprise network environments using Cisco Nexus and Catalyst platforms
Manage and support a distributed branch networking model using the Cisco Meraki stack (MX, MS, MR), including Dashboard administration and API-based automation
Support Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW)
Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot complex Layer 2 and Layer 3 environments, including:

Routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP
Spanning Tree implementations (RSTP and MST)

Implement and support secure access and connectivity solutions, including:

Cisco ISE for 802.1x authentication
Zone-Based Firewalls
Site-to-site IPsec VPNs and client VPN solutions

Cloud Networking (AWS)

Design, build, and scale AWS Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), including subnets, route tables, and gateways
Implement and manage hybrid connectivity between on-premises environments and AWS using:

AWS Transit Gateway
AWS Direct Connect

Optimize traffic flow, availability, and security using:

Application Load Balancers (ALB)
Network Access Control Lists (NACLs)

Ensure reliable and secure connectivity between distributed locations and cloud-hosted services
Infrastructure as Code & Automation

Define and deploy network infrastructure using Terraform (HCL)
Develop reusable Terraform modules to standardize and accelerate network deployments
Manage Terraform state using S3 and DynamoDB
Utilize planning, validation, and CI/CD workflows to reduce configuration drift and support controlled changes
Promote Infrastructure as Code best practices and reduce reliance on manual configuration methods
Qualifications
Required

5+ years of experience in network engineering or infrastructure engineering roles
Strong expertise in enterprise networking, including routing, switching, and firewall technologies
Hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus, Cisco Catalyst, and Meraki environments
Experience managing Palo Alto firewalls
Advanced knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
Experience with network security concepts such as 802.1x, VPNs, and network segmentation
Solid understanding of AWS networking services, including VPCs, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, ALB, and NACLs
Practical experience using Terraform to manage infrastructure in production environments
Experience supporting hybrid (on-premises and cloud) and distributed enterprise environments with multiple locations
Ability to support environments with high availability and strict uptime requirements
Preferred

AWS certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect - Associate or Professional)
Cisco certifications (CCNP or higher)
Experience with network monitoring and observability tools
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure deployment
Experience working in high-growth or rapidly scaling environments
Benefits
Dahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your family's needs. For details, please review the DAHL Benefits Summary: https://www.dahlconsulting.com/benefits-w2fta/.

How to Apply
Take the first step on your new career path!To submit yourself for consideration for this role, simply click the apply button and complete our mobile-friendly online application. Once we've reviewed your application details, a recruiter will reach out to you with next steps!

Equal Opportunity Statement
As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!

Dahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible contract employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your family's needs. For details, please review our Benefits Summary: www.dahlconsulting.com/benefits-w2fta.

Dahl Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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