Network Engineer (Operations Network Support)

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support and maintain enterprise network infrastructure while ensuring high availability, security, and performance of mission-critical systems. This role is responsible for network engineering, system administration, device configuration, infrastructure upgrades, security implementation, troubleshooting, and operational support. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Cisco networking technologies, cloud environments, and enterprise network security., * Design, implement, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure.

• Install, configure, and support network devices including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, load balancers, and wireless infrastructure.
• Perform network maintenance, upgrades, patching, firmware updates, and security configurations.
• Monitor network performance, availability, utilization, and capacity planning.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and provide Level 3 technical support.
• Manage network configuration changes following established change management procedures.
• Support Cisco ACI, Cisco Nexus Data Center technologies, and cloud-based networking environments.
• Develop and maintain operational documentation, technical procedures, and network standards.
• Implement network security controls and assist with vulnerability management, patch management, and incident response.
• Conduct security risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to implement enterprise security policies and best practices.
• Monitor system health using network monitoring and analytics tools.
• Coordinate with vendors, service providers, and internal IT teams to resolve infrastructure issues.
• Provide technical guidance during infrastructure projects, upgrades, and deployments.
• Participate in on-call support, scheduled maintenance, and after-hours implementations as required., * Combination of office and field work supporting enterprise network infrastructure.
• May require travel to company facilities, project sites, or training events.
• Participation in rotating on-call schedules, after-hours maintenance, weekends, and emergency support as needed.
• Work may involve prolonged sitting, computer use, and occasional lifting of networking equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily sedentary work involving computer usage.
• Occasionally lift and move networking equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to install and support network hardware in data centers and field locations as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or a related technical field.
• Equivalent professional experience in network engineering may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of:
• TCP/IP
• OSI Model
• Routing & Switching
• Enterprise Network Architecture
• Experience with networking protocols including:
• BGP
• OSPF
• HSRP
• IPSec
• QoS
• 802.11 Wireless
• Hands-on experience configuring and supporting:
• Cisco Routers
• Cisco Switches
• Firewalls
• VPNs
• Load Balancers
• Experience with Cisco ACI and Cisco Nexus Data Center technologies.
• Experience with cloud networking environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of:
• Vulnerability Management
• Patch Management
• Incident Response
• Network Security Best Practices
• Experience using network monitoring, diagnostic, and analytics tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting utility construction or utility maintenance environments.
• Professional networking certifications such as:
• CCNP
• CCDP
• F5-CTS
• VMware VCP
• VMware VCAP
• Experience with enterprise data center technologies.
• Experience implementing network automation or infrastructure improvements.

Technical Skills

• Cisco ACI
• Cisco Nexus
• Cisco Routing & Switching
• Enterprise Networking
• Network Security
• VPN
• Firewalls
• TCP/IP
• BGP
• OSPF
• HSRP
• IPSec
• QoS
• Wireless Networking (802.11)
• Cloud Networking
• Network Monitoring Tools
• System Administration
• Capacity Planning
• Change Management
• Infrastructure Support

Core Competencies

• Initiative and Ownership
• Customer Focus
• Results-Oriented
• Continuous Improvement
• Problem Solving
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Analytical Thinking
• Technical Leadership
• Security Awareness, The ideal candidate is a highly skilled Network Engineer with expertise in Cisco enterprise networking, cloud infrastructure, and network security who thrives in a fast-paced environment supporting mission-critical operations. This individual will possess strong troubleshooting abilities, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering secure, reliable, and high-performing network solutions.

3.63.6 out of 5 stars San Antonio, TX 78215 $48 - $53 an hour - Contract