Network Engineer

Network Engineer (Entry-Level)

Hybrid (Detroit, MI)
Full-time
$65,000+

Brooksource is seeking an Associate Network Engineer to join our enterprise banking partner’s infrastructure team. This role is a strong entry point into network engineering and operations, supporting change execution across critical network services.This individual will focus on implementing pre-approved changes Click Ops, validating system updates, gathering audit evidence, and communicating outcomes to stakeholders. 

Key Responsibilities

• Execute pre-defined network and infrastructure changes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established procedures
• Validate successful implementation of changes and collect supporting evidence for audit and compliance purposes
• Communicate effectively with requesters and internal teams to provide updates throughout the change management lifecycle (prep through close-out)
• Support core network services including DNS, DHCP, load balancing, and content delivery networks (CDN)
• Work within ticketing and workflow systems such as ServiceNow and Jira to manage change requests
• Collaborate with network engineering and infrastructure teams to maintain stability of enterprise systems
• Assist with transition of operational responsibilities into a future NOC model

Required Skills & Experience

• Foundational understanding of networking concepts (DNS, DHCP, IP networking basics)
• Exposure to or interest in network infrastructure services such as load balancers, CDNs, or enterprise networking
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow structured processes and procedures
• Effective communication skills for working with technical teams and stakeholders
• Willingness to learn and grow within network operations and infrastructure environments

Preferred (Nice-to-Have) Skills

• Exposure to F5 load balancers or similar technologies
• Familiarity with Infoblox (DDI – DNS, DHCP, IPAM)
• Experience with Akamai or other CDN platforms
• Understanding of change management processes in enterprise environments
• Experience using ServiceNow, Jira, or similar ticketing systems

Why Join Us?

• Ideal entry point into networking and infrastructure careers within a large enterprise environment
• Hands-on exposure to critical network services and tools used across the industry
• Opportunity to grow into a Network Operations Center (NOC) role and expand technical skillset
• Work alongside experienced engineers supporting mission-critical systems

About Eight Eleven:

At Eight Eleven, our business is people. Relationships are at the center of what we do. A successful partnership is only as strong as the relationship built. We’re your trusted partner for IT hiring, recruiting and staffing needs.

For over 25 years, Eight Eleven has established and maintained relationships that are designed to meet your IT staffing needs. Whether it’s contract, contract-to-hire, or permanent placement work, we customize our search based upon your company's unique initiatives, culture and technologies. With our national team of recruiters placed at 35 major hubs around the nation, Eight Eleven finds the people best suited for your business. When you work with us, we work with you. That’s the Eight Eleven promise.

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