Network Engineer Jobs in Acton, MA

A Network Engineer in the technology industry is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining computer networks within an organization. This may range from setting up small connections (LANs) to vast networks (WANs), intranets, or extranets. They play an essential role in developing and maintaining the infrastructure that allows for internal communication and external digital operations. Network Engineers provide technical support, fix network faults, and optimize network performance and security.

Key skills for a Network Engineer include problem-solving, analytical skills, thorough understanding of network protocols, knowledge of security algorithms, and mastery of hardware like switches, routers, and bridges. They should also be familiar with network analysis tools and operating systems. Various certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), and CompTIA Network+ can enhance their credibility. Prior to becoming a Network Engineer, individuals might have roles such as Network Technician, IT Support Specialist, or Network Analyst.

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Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer - VDI

  • Datavant
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

, firewall rules, and load balancing + Through IPAM, maintain a network topology that provides for integration testing among development teams while remaining flexible enough to unify additional environments...

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Senior Network Architect/Engineer

  • GovCIO
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

Catalyst 8300 edge platforms and Catalyst 9200L switches. + Architect and implement robust, high-availability networks utilizing Hot Standby Router Protocol (HSRP). + Design and deploy strict dual-homed...

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Senior Network Architect- onsite

  • Calance
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

, Ethernet, TCP/IP, SSL, SSH, SIP, H.323, QoS, Multicast, Anycast, 802.1x, Radius, NAC, DHCP, DNS, F5 Wide-IP, VRRP, HSRP, GLBP, PBR, VPC, LACP, SGT, SGACL, SXP, VxLAN, OTP, LISP, SPAN, WCCP, PfR, IPSLA...

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Network Implementation Engineer, Network Delivery Implementation

  • Google
  • Cambridge, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Qualifications Experience in one or more of the following disciplines: Layer 1 optical transmissions systems, layer 3 routing TCP/IP, wireless networking, network design, or operations....

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Network Engineer, PPOC

  • Boston Children's Hospital
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

This Network Engineer: Leads the formation of the PPOC network design strategy and defines network capabilities and resources required to implement the strategy....

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Network Engineer

  • Amphenol Communication Solutions
  • Nashua, NH (14 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashua, NH (14 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

(L2/L3) includingVLANs, spanning tree, routing, QoS, and related protocols.Diagnose complex performance and connectivity issues across TCP/IP andoptical transport layers using packet captures, logs...

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Network/System Administrator III

  • System High Corporation
  • Bedford, MA (7 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bedford, MA (7 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

competency in one or more of the following supported platforms: Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers, MS Hyper- V/VMWare/ESx/Xen Hypervisors, Enterprise networking/firewalls...

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Network Engineer

  • Zfinity Global
  • Salem, NH (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, NH (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a Layer 3 DC Network Engineer to join our Network and Security team....

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Network/System Administrator III

  • Global Resource Solutions
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

audit and support a secure MS Windows network environment and limited web/data application service Maintain internet applications and protocols IP,TCP,HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, & SSL Maintain file servers, Firewalls...

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Principal Infrastructure Engineer / Onsite / Boston, MA

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

They are ideally looking for strong experience with Firewalls, Routers, Network Switches, VMWare, Powershell, Zero trust endpoint firewalls/VPN, in a TCP based Windows/Linux hybrid Azure AD environment...

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Network/System Administrator III (TS, w/ SCI eligibility)

  • RedTrace Technologies Inc
  • Hanscom AFB, MA (8 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hanscom AFB, MA (8 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

competency in one or more of the following supported platforms: Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers, MS Hyper- V/VMWare/ESx/Xen Hypervisors, Enterprise networking/firewalls...

In Person

Senior Network Engineer, Cisco SD-WAN

  • Cognizant
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Jobs Boston, MA Senior Network Engineer, Cisco SD- Cognizant Senior Network Engineer, Cisco SD-WAN Boston, MA Apply About the role As a Senior Network Engineer specializing in Cisco SD-WAN, Meraki,...

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Network Engineer, Senior

  • HX5, LLC
  • Bedford, MA (7 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bedford, MA (7 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Requirements Bedford, MA Secret Polygraph Unspecified Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience) $103,000 - $145,000 Job Description Network Engineer Network Engineer, Senior Hanscom Air Force Base...

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Principal Video Infrastructure Engineer - Oracle Video Edge

  • Oracle
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Jobs Boston, MA Principal Video Infrastructure Eng Oracle Principal Video Infrastructure Engineer - Oracle Video Edge Boston, MA Apply Job Description Work Locations: Nashville, TN Austin, TX...

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Network Administrator (SY26-27)

  • Boston Public Schools
  • Roxbury, MA (22 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roxbury, MA (22 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

, wireless access points) Foundational knowledge of networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, DNS, DHCP, wireless) Ability to troubleshoot technical issues methodically and follow established...

In Person

Demographic Data for Acton, MA

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Salary for Network Engineer Jobs in Acton, MA

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Highest Education Level

Network Engineers in Acton, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.3%
Master's Degree
21.5%
Associate's Degree
15.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.6%
High School or GED
5.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Network Engineers in Acton, MA
2-4 years
45.4%
4-6 years
27.3%
10+ years
9.1%
6-8 years
9.1%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
None
4.6%



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