Network Engineer (Columbus)

Network Engineer Contract to hire- unable to work with sponsored candidates at this time. GC or USC only.

Location : Hybrid (3 days onsite in Columbus, OH)

Experience Level : Mid-Senior (6-8+ years)

Education : Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience

Position Summary :

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Network Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of complex network infrastructures in a hybrid environment. This role demands deep technical proficiency, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams - including project managers, clinical stakeholders, and IT leadershipto ensure robust, secure, and scalable network services across the medical center.

Key Responsibilities :

Architect and manage Network Address Translation (NAT) configurations to support secure, scalable, and efficient traffic routing across enterprise systems.

Design, implement, and continuously refine firewall policies to align with evolving security frameworks, compliance mandates, and operational best practices.

Lead the administration and performance tuning of VMware NSX or equivalent virtual networking platforms, ensuring optimal segmentation, automation, and policy enforcement.

Oversee the configuration and lifecycle management of load-balancer groups, ensuring high availability, fault tolerance, and performance optimization for mission-critical applications.

Serve as a technical liaison and strategic advisor to cross-functional teams, translating business and clinical requirements into scalable network solutions.

Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including change logs, topology diagrams, and compliance records to support auditing, troubleshooting, and knowledge transfer.

Qualifications :

Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in enterprise networking, with a proven track record of leading complex infrastructure projects.

Expert-level knowledge of network protocols, firewall architectures, VLAN design, and load balancing technologies.

Hands-on experience with VMware NSX, SDN, or similar virtualized networking platforms.

Familiarity with healthcare IT environments, including regulatory and compliance considerations (e.g., HIPAA), is highly desirable.

Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.

Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.