<p>We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer to join a contract engagement in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role will concentrate on improving the resilience, protection, and performance of a Cisco Meraki-based network environment through thoughtful assessment and targeted enhancements. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, sound judgment, and a practical approach to elevating network operations in line with proven industry standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Examine the current Cisco Meraki environment to identify architectural shortcomings, security risks, and opportunities to improve network performance.</p><p>• Review network policies, rule sets, and configuration templates to promote stronger governance, alignment, and operational consistency.</p><p>• Drive infrastructure enhancement initiatives, including upgrades and tuning efforts across Meraki-supported network components and connected sites.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal technical teams to refine network standards and establish scalable approaches based on best practices.</p><p>• Evaluate the maturity of the broader network ecosystem and provide prioritized recommendations for sustainable improvement.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve advanced networking issues across Cisco-based environments to restore stability and reduce recurring problems.</p><p>• Provide ongoing support for core network infrastructure, including Cisco routers and Palo Alto firewall platforms, as needed.</p><p>• Create clear technical documentation outlining assessments, recommended actions, and completed changes to support visibility and continuity.</p><p><br></p><p>Interested candidates should submit resumes to sally.lander@roberthalf (.com)</p>
<p>Are you a hands-on Network Engineer who likes to dig in and figure things out? Someone who’s comfortable wearing a few different hats and jumping into whatever needs attention? If you’re the person others go to when things get tricky, this could be a really strong fit.</p><p>We’re looking for someone who can handle day-to-day network support while also stepping back and improving how things are done. You’ll be working across infrastructure, security, and some automation as the environment continues to grow.</p><ul><li>Owning design, support, and troubleshooting across network infrastructure</li><li>Managing cloud networking (Azure – VNets, VPNs, connectivity back to on-prem)</li><li>Keeping things stable and available through load balancing and monitoring</li><li>Handling firmware updates, configs, and staying on top of security best practices</li><li>Partnering with IT to strengthen security and reduce risk</li><li>Finding ways to improve performance, uptime, and processes</li><li>Automating repeatable tasks where it makes sense</li><li>Staying ahead of security trends and new technologies</li><li>Jumping in on escalations and complex network issues</li><li>Collaborating across teams on projects and initiatives</li></ul><p>Interested candidates should submit resumes to sally.lander@roberthalf(com) for immediate consideration.</p>
<p>Our client is seeking a collaborative, highly skilled Security Engineer to support and enhance their cybersecurity operations. This person will play a critical part in maintaining and strengthening security coverage, with a focus on CrowdStrike and SIEM tools. This individual may also help upskill internal staff and contribute to evolving team culture.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Administer and optimize CrowdStrike endpoint security solutions</li><li>Monitor, analyze, and respond to security events using SIEM tools</li><li>Investigate incidents and implement remediation strategies</li><li>Support vulnerability management and threat detection initiatives</li><li>Document processes, procedures, and security events clearly and thoroughly</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with IT and business teams</li><li>Assist in mentoring/training internal staff on security best practices</li></ul><p> </p>
<p>*** Hybrid in East Metro Twin Cities ***</p><p>We are looking for a network leader to support agile delivery for network-focused initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This Long-term Contract position will guide teams through effective sprint execution, strengthen collaboration across stakeholders, and help maintain clear priorities tied to business value, security, and operational stability. The role will work closely with product, engineering, and business partners to improve delivery consistency, visibility, and outcomes across enterprise network services.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives to keep teams aligned and delivery on track.</p><p>• Partner with product and technical stakeholders to help shape, clarify, and sequence work items so teams can execute against the highest-value priorities.</p><p>• Support backlog refinement by ensuring stories are well defined, dependencies are visible, and acceptance criteria are understood before development begins.</p><p>• Remove delivery obstacles and escalate risks early to protect sprint commitments and improve team momentum.</p><p>• Track progress through agile metrics such as burndown trends, throughput, and sprint outcomes to identify opportunities for better predictability.</p><p>• Promote transparent communication among business leaders, network engineering, security, architecture, and operations teams regarding status, risks, and changing priorities.</p><p>• Coach teams on Scrum practices and continuous improvement methods that strengthen accountability, collaboration, and delivery quality.</p><p>• Work with vendors and cross-functional contributors to coordinate efforts and keep deliverables aligned with broader network product goals.</p><p>• Support planning discussions by helping teams balance immediate delivery needs with longer-term resiliency, modernization, and security objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>ANYONE INTERESTED SHOULD CONTACT ROBERT BROMMEL AT 612-503-4032</p>