Associate Network Engineer
LRS · Urbana, IL
$62,400–$93,600
Jul 16, 2026
Urbana, IL
Jul 21, 2026
What this job asks for AI summary
An entry-level networking role focused on handling trouble tickets and work orders for LAN, WAN, wireless, and VPN issues, along with routine maintenance and basic configuration of routers, switches, and wireless access points from vendors such as Cisco and HP/Aruba. The position also involves assisting senior engineers on infrastructure projects and upgrades. It suits candidates with foundational network troubleshooting skills and some hands-on experience with enterprise network equipment.
Junior level · Bloomington, IL · Contract
Pay in the description: $30–$45/hr
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How this req sits in the market our data
Most people in this occupation already list these. Still required — just not what gets you shortlisted.
What the occupation pays Median $99,726 (middle half $82,168–$129,353). This posting is about at that midpoint.
Estimated from BLS employment for this occupation and area, per-skill prevalence across our listing corpus, and published wage benchmarks — as of Jul 28, 2026. It is a model, not a headcount.
Why we read it this way (6)
The posting is listed as 'contract to hire,' meaning it begins as a contract engagement with the intent to convert to full-time employment.
'Central, IL' is a vague location; the closest plausible CBSA is Bloomington, IL (14060), though Springfield, IL or Peoria, IL are also possible. The exact metro is unconfirmed.
Cisco and HP/Aruba are named together as the primary equipment brands; Cisco is listed as the primary skill with HP Aruba as an alternative/complement since both are explicitly called out for the same configuration/troubleshooting requirement.
No formal degree or specific years of experience are stated as requirements. The 'Associate' title and entry-level scope (triaging tickets, assisting senior engineers) support a Junior classification.
The role is primarily operational — troubleshooting, maintaining, and configuring existing network infrastructure — rather than designing or building new systems, supporting the 15-1244 classification over 15-1241.
Posting is for a contract engagement — the market benchmarks below price full-time roles, so read the comp comparison with that in mind.
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