Service

Network Design & Engineering

A well-designed network isn't a luxury — it's the foundation everything else runs on. We build networks that perform, scale, and stay secure.

Most small businesses don't think about their network until something breaks. The internet goes down during a client call. File transfers crawl. The new office printer won't connect, and nobody knows why. These aren't random problems — they're symptoms of a network that was never properly designed.

At Sparrowhawk Technology, we bring over 25 years of enterprise networking experience to businesses that need a network built right the first time — or rebuilt the right way after years of patchwork fixes. Our founder has personally planned and deployed network infrastructure for new facility constructions from the ground up — designing switches, VLANs, firewalls, and provisioning entire environments. He holds a Cisco CCNA and has administered enterprise Cisco networks including port channels, VLAN tagging, IP schema, and firewall/NAT rules across multi-site operations.

What We Do

Full Network Design

Whether you're moving into a new space, expanding, or finally replacing that tangled mess in the closet, we design networks from the ground up. That means structured cabling, rack layout, switch placement, and a logical architecture that makes sense for how your business actually works — not how some generic template says it should.

Switching & Routing

We configure and deploy managed switches, routers, and firewalls that give you full visibility and control over your network traffic. We work with enterprise-grade equipment from vendors like Cisco, Ubiquiti, Fortinet, and others — and we pick the right gear for your budget and needs, not the most expensive thing on the shelf.

Network Segmentation

Your guest WiFi shouldn't be on the same network as your accounting software. We build segmented networks using VLANs, access control lists, and firewall rules so that different parts of your business are properly isolated. If a device gets compromised, the blast radius stays contained. This is basic security hygiene that most small businesses skip — and it's one of the first things we fix.

Structured Cabling

Good cabling is invisible when it's done right and a nightmare when it's not. We plan and oversee structured cabling installations — Cat6/6a runs, patch panels, cable management, labeling — so your physical layer is clean, documented, and easy to troubleshoot. No more tracing mystery cables through the ceiling.

Wireless Design

WiFi coverage isn't just about throwing access points on the wall. We do site surveys, plan AP placement for proper coverage and capacity, configure SSIDs with appropriate security, and make sure your wireless network doesn't become your biggest vulnerability. We also set up separate networks for corporate devices, guest access, and IoT equipment.

Network Assessments & Redesign

Already have a network but things aren't working right? We assess what you have — mapping topology, reviewing configurations, identifying bottlenecks and security gaps — and deliver a clear plan to fix it. Sometimes it's a few targeted changes. Sometimes it's a full redesign. Either way, you'll know exactly what needs to happen and why.

Who This Is For

This service is built for small and midsize businesses that:

  • Are moving to a new office and need the network done right from day one

  • Have outgrown their current setup and need to scale without breaking things

  • Are dealing with constant network issues — slow speeds, dropped connections, dead zones

  • Have multiple locations that need to be connected securely

  • Need to meet compliance requirements that demand proper network segmentation

  • Simply want a professional to look at what they have and tell them where they stand

Why It Matters

Your network touches everything. Email, phones, file sharing, cloud apps, security cameras, point-of-sale systems, printers — all of it rides on your network. When the network is slow, unreliable, or poorly secured, every part of your business feels it.

A properly designed network gives you predictable performance, fewer outages, stronger security, and a foundation that doesn't need to be ripped out and replaced every time you add a new employee or open a second location.

We've spent decades building networks for organizations of all sizes — from small offices to large-scale enterprise environments. We bring that same discipline, planning, and attention to detail to every engagement, regardless of size.

What You Get

  • A documented network design — topology diagrams, IP schemes, VLAN assignments, and configuration details you can hand to anyone

  • Properly configured equipment — switches, routers, firewalls, and access points set up for performance and security

  • Clean physical infrastructure — structured cabling, labeled ports, organized racks

  • A network that scales — built to grow with your business without starting over

  • Ongoing support — we don't disappear after the install

Ready to Build a Network That Works?

Let's talk about what your business needs. We'll assess where you are, design where you need to be, and handle the work to get you there.

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