Merge IT

About the Company

Merge IT is an award-winning professional services firm dedicated to empowering business worldwide through tailored staffing and IT solutions. Our all-encompassing services tackle Professional & Consulting Services, Data Center & Migration Services, and IT Managed Services. We've developed proprietary systems and processes that increase our clients' efficiency and success, allowing them to directly focus on their specialties and maximize results. Merge IT's people-first approach is deeply rooted in its self-starter beginnings and enterprising philosophy; promoting an engaging environment that allows us to connect with you beyond a transactional experience. Our mission is to elevate you or your company as an industry leader, while we seamlessly function as an extension of your team.

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Company Name

Merge IT

Job Title

System Engineer

Job Description

**Job Title** System Engineer **Role Summary** Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, including routing and switching equipment. Manage network performance, security, documentation, and collaboration across IT/OT and manufacturing departments, ensuring adherence to change control and industry best practices. **Expectations** * 6‑month contract with potential extension or permanent conversion based on performance. * Successful drug screening and background check required. * Ability to operate on both Gaffney, SC and Gastonia, NC sites (travel to either location as needed). **Key Responsibilities** - Install and configure routers and switches following formal change‑control procedures. - Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve network-related issues across the enterprise. - Proactively monitor network performance and implement improvements. - Maintain and update network documentation and diagrams. - Enforce network policies and industry best‑practice standards. - Collaborate with manufacturing teams to identify and fulfill network requirements. - Apply security best practices, including risk, vulnerability, and incident response management. - Plan, test, and upgrade network equipment to current stable releases. - Act as liaison between IT and OT departments, facilitating communication and problem resolution. - Translate communication requirements into firewall rule requests. - Participate in change management, backup & recovery, and asset management initiatives. **Required Skills** - Deep understanding of the OSI model/TCP‑IP stack. - Hands‑on experience configuring Cisco networking gear (minimum 1 year). - Knowledge of information security principles and practices. - Familiarity with Purdue PERA model or similar industrial cybersecurity frameworks. - Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities. - Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross‑functionally. **Required Education & Certifications** - CCNA certification (or equivalent). - Desired: CCNP certification. - Desired: OT/ICS knowledge and certifications. ---

Gaffney, United states

On site

Fresher

04-02-2026