Own and elevate the core network infrastructure that powers Gallup's global operations.As a network engineer at Gallup, you'll serve as a cornerstone of our enterprise network, owning core switching infrastructure, driving high availability, and advancing secure, modern connectivity across our organization. This is a high-impact role for a hands-on Cisco expert who thrives on technical depth, operational excellence and continuous improvement.
What You'll Do - Own day-to-day management, configuration and optimization of Cisco core and distribution-layer switches across Gallup's enterprise environment
- Design and implement Layer 2 and Layer 3 solutions, including VLAN segmentation, 802.1Q trunking, STP/RSTP, Port Channels and first-hop redundancy protocols such as HSRP and VRRP
- Engineer resilient, high-availability network architectures that minimize downtime and support evolving business needs
- Troubleshoot complex networking issues, conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective solutions with minimal disruption
- Lead capacity planning, architecture design documentation and disaster recovery strategies to ensure long-term scalability and reliability
- Strengthen network security posture by implementing access control policies, segmentation strategies and Zero Trust-aligned architectures
- Partner with cross-functional IT teams, vendors and stakeholders to resolve infrastructure challenges and drive enterprise-wide improvements
- Maintain comprehensive network documentation, diagrams and operational runbooks
- Contribute to modernization efforts, including automation, hybrid cloud connectivity and software-defined networking initiatives
What Makes You Stand Out- Enterprise infrastructure authority: You bring deep technical expertise and confidently make complex core switching decisions.
- Resilient network architect: You design for redundancy and performance to create stable, highly available environments.
- Systems-level thinker: You see how routing, switching, security and identity frameworks intersect and design solutions that align technical excellence with business objectives.
- Proactive problem solver: You move beyond reactive troubleshooting, anticipate risks, and implement preventive strategies to strengthen reliability and performance.
- Continuous learner: You actively expand your expertise in modern networking, automation, hybrid cloud connectivity and emerging architecture trends.
What You Need - Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, electrical engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience, required
- At least four years of hands-on network engineering experience in an enterprise Cisco environment required
- Demonstrated expertise in Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching, including VLAN design, 802.1Q trunking, STP/RSTP, HSRP and VRRP required
- Strong IP networking fundamentals, including subnetting, ACLs and routing protocols such as OSPF or EIGRP required
- Experience troubleshooting complex network issues and performing root cause analysis required
- Experience with network monitoring tools and operational performance analysis required
- Cisco CCNP Enterprise certification preferred
- Experience with Cisco DNA Center, Cisco ISE, SD-WAN or modern campus networking architectures preferred
- Experience with automation tools such as Python or Ansible preferred
- Experience with hybrid cloud connectivity and modern security architectures preferred
- A commitment to working on-site at Gallup's Omaha office at least three days per week required
- Eligibility to work in the United States required; this position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship
Gallup offers a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and other insurance options; a fully vested 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching; an employee stock ownership program; family-building benefits; an employee assistance program; and various reimbursements and activities that enhance our associates' wellbeing. We also offer an estimated annual salary range of $110,000-$150,000 for this role. Salaries are based on a variety of factors, including an individual's education, experience and skills.
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