About the role

What will you do at Gallup?

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

About Gallup

At Gallup, we change the world, one client at a time, through extraordinary

analytics and advice on everything important facing humankind. Learn more about

our work [https://www.gallup.com/home.aspx] and life at Gallup

[https://www.gallup.com/careers/229745/life-at-gallup.aspx].

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.

Gallup is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants

without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability,

protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other

legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

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collect it, and how you can update, manage and delete your information. Your

application and the information you provide will be processed and stored in the

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Which skills does this role require?

Cisco Core SwitchingLayer 2 and Layer 3 DesignVLAN SegmentationSTP/RSTPHSRP/VRRPNetwork SecurityZero Trust ArchitectureCapacity PlanningDisaster RecoveryNetwork AutomationCCNP EnterpriseVLAN802.1QPort ChannelsOSPFEIGRPACLsSubnettingZero TrustNetwork InfrastructureRoot Cause AnalysisNetwork MonitoringEnterprise Networking

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