Senior Network Systems Engineer

Location: Onsite in Phoenix, AZ

Type: Contract-to-Hire Motion Recruitment is partnering with a well-established organization in Phoenix to hire a Senior Network Systems Engineer for their in-house IT team. This role sits at the center of a global enterprise network, covering design, implementation, and escalation support across multiple sites. It's a strong fit for someone who wants ownership and technical depth rather than a narrow lane on a large team.

What You'll Do: Install, configure, and administer a global enterprise network and data center environment Own design and implementation work across LAN, WLAN, WAN, and SD-WANProvide 2nd and 3rd line support for complex incidents and changes Lead IT projects including upgrades, migrations, and new site implementations Monitor performance and capacity, forecast infrastructure needs, and maintain continuity planning Create and maintain configuration standards, technical documentation, and procedures Train and mentor other team members as needed Partner with IT leadership and a global network competence lead Travel up to 25% as needed

What We're Looking For: Significant hands-on experience in a Cisco infrastructure environment Expertise across DNS, LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, TLS, SD-WAN, and subnetting Experience with enterprise and global network architectures and topologies Data center experience, both wired and wireless Cisco DNA and Cisco ISE experience is a plus Exposure to Microsoft 365, Azure, SQL, VMware, servers, and VoIP is a plusCCNA or higher preferred Technical degree, bachelor's, or equivalent hands-on experience Humble, collaborative approach. This is a lean team where everyone contributes Comfortable with hands-on work, including occasional lifting up to 50 lbs Why You'll Like ItReal ownership of a global network rather than a narrow slice of one Design and build work, not just maintenance Direct visibility with IT leadership on a small teamA path to a permanent role through contract-to-hire Strong benefits package including 401k match and annual bonus