Network Engineer

Description We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer to support and enhance a large-scale enterprise network environment in Irving, Texas. This role focuses on designing resilient infrastructure, resolving advanced connectivity issues, and shaping technical standards that strengthen performance and reliability across multiple locations. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on expertise in routing, switching, firewalls, wireless technologies, and cloud-connected networks, along with the ability to turn business needs into practical engineering solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise network solutions that improve stability, scalability, and overall service performance across distributed sites.

• Investigate complex network incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to restore and strengthen operations.

• Create technical designs, architecture documentation, and standardized procedures to support consistent network implementation and governance.

• Assess new networking tools and platforms through testing, validation, and pilot activities before broader adoption.

• Administer and optimize core technologies including routing, switching, wireless, firewalls, and software-defined networking components.

• Establish and maintain configuration backup, change tracking, and version control practices for network devices and related systems.

• Work closely with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver integrated solutions aligned with operational and business objectives.

• Manage vendor and service provider relationships, including coordination for equipment, support services, and third-party technical engagements.

• Contribute to infrastructure modernization efforts and support network integration activities tied to business expansion or organizational change. Requirements * Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

• At least 7 years of network engineering experience within enterprise environments supporting multiple locations.

• Strong hands-on background with Cisco networking technologies, including routers, switching platforms, and wireless solutions.

• Experience administering security platforms such as Palo Alto firewalls and Cisco ASA in complex production environments.

• Solid understanding of core networking protocols and concepts, including BGP, VLANs, subnetting, trunking, QoS, and high-availability design.

• Familiarity with cloud networking and hybrid connectivity, including platforms such as Microsoft Azure or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.

• Proven ability to troubleshoot large-scale network issues and support globally distributed, highly available environments.

• Industry-recognized Cisco certification or a comparable networking credential is required. Technology Doesn’t Change the World, People Do.®

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