• Network Engineer

    Cognizant (Cambridge, MA)


    Role: Network Engineer

     

    We are seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to join our team in Cambridge, MA. This role requires full-time onsite presence and hands-on support for datacenter operations.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Maintain enterprise network infrastructure (routing, switching, wireless, firewall).

    • Provide operational support for datacenter networking equipment and services.

    • Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network performance using advanced tools.

    • Collaborate with various teams (Security, Audio Video, LAB, etc.) on-site to fix issues

    • Maintain documentation of network configurations, policies, and procedures.

    • Ensure compliance with organizational security standards and best practices.

    • Experience in working lab is added advantage

     

    Skills & Technologies

    Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in the following:

    • Network Routing & Switching (enterprise-grade)

    • Firewalls: Cisco ASA, Cisco FTD, Meraki MX

    • Cisco Umbrella (cloud security platform)

    • Plixer (network traffic analysis & monitoring)

    • Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine)

    • Cisco Meraki (cloud-managed networking)

    • Infoblox (DNS, DHCP, IPAM solutions)

    • Access Points & Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC)

    • 7signal (Wi-Fi performance monitoring)

    Salary and Other Compensation:

    **The annual salary for this position is between $80,000 to $90,000** depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

     

    This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

     

    **Benefits:** Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

    + Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

    + Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

    + 401(k) plan and contributions

    + Long-term/Short-term Disability

    + Paid Parental Leave

    + Employee Stock Purchase Plan

    **Disclaimer:** The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

    _*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*_

    Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.