Associate Network Engineer, LAUNCH Program

Job overview

The Associate Network Engineer role is onsite in Nashville, TN. Pay is $80,000–$88,000 per year. AHEAD builds digital business platforms and provides IT consulting services; this role is part of its LAUNCH Associate Development Program. The associate begins with three months of training in the Network practice and may then work on client projects based on skills, interests, and business needs. Training, certifications, and shadowing build technical and consulting capabilities for project delivery and future leadership.

What you'll do

• Participate in the three-month Network practice training program
• collaborate across teams and contribute to successful project delivery
• communicate effectively and build positive relationships
• analyze issues, solve problems, and make recommendations
• manage competing priorities and deliver to deadlines
• travel to support client projects and shadowing opportunities as required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate network engineer

nashville tn

ahead

launch program

network practice

it consulting

technical training

certifications

client projects

75%+ travel

us work authorization required

no visa sponsorship

$80k–$88k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• paid company holidays
• paid time off
• paid parental and caregiver leave
• technical training and certification support.

Why this role

The posting requires willingness to travel 75% or more of the time and existing US work authorization; visa sponsorship is unavailable. Candidates need at least one of a technical degree by January 11, 2027, relevant internship/co-op/research experience, a technical bootcamp, or working knowledge of a data center. Listed certifications are preferred but not required.

About the employer

AHEAD is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.