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# Network Engineer

- **Company:** CLEAR POINT REALTY, LLC
- **Location:** Houston, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $108,160.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** IEEE 802.1X, Border Gateway Protocol, Catalyst (Software), Firmware, Monitoring of Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Monitoring, Routing, Packet Analyzer, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Ansible, SAP Sales and Distribution, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wireless Networks, Identity Services Engine, Network Access Control, Firewalls (Computer Science), Firewall Services Module, Restful APIs, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco Switches, Cisco
- **Published:** October 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a908f81fe0b5336d

## About the Role

* 5+ years of hands-on experience with Cisco ISE in production, including policy sets, authentication and authorization profiles, and certificate-based access.

 * Strong working knowledge of 802.1X, RADIUS, VLANs, STP, OSPF/BGP, QoS, and wireless (WLC/AP) operations.

 * Experience administering Cisco Catalyst and/or Nexus switching in an enterprise or venue environment.

 * Solid troubleshooting skills using packet capture, logs, and monitoring tools.

 * Clear written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical staff.

 * Network automation skills (Python, Ansible, or REST APIs).

 * Experience integrating networks after an acquisition or merger.

Education / Certifications:

 * Bachelor's degree in IT or a related field, or equivalent experience.

 * Must have Current Cisco CCNA certification.

Preferred Qualifications

 * CCNP Enterprise or Cisco Certified Specialist in ISE.

 * Experience with Cisco DNA Center / Catalyst Center, Meraki, or SD-Access.

 * Familiarity with firewalls (Cisco Secure Firewall or equivalent), VPN, and Zero

## Description

The Network Engineer will design, secure, and support the Cisco network. The best candidate will own network access control through Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE). This is a fast-paced, on-site role. Core hours are weekdays, with some after-hours required. Occasional travel between Houston-area facilities is expected.

Duties:

 * Administer and enhance Cisco ISE: 802.1X, MAB, posture, guest and BYOD access, device profiling, and TrustSec/SGT policy.

 * Design, deploy, and troubleshoot Cisco switching, routing, and wireless networks.

 * Monitor network health and performance; resolve incidents and outages quickly, with clear root-cause documentation.

 * Manage change control, patching, firmware lifecycle, configuration backups, and network documentation.

 * Work with security, infrastructure, and application teams on firewall rules, VPN, and access policy.

 * Partner with vendors, carriers, and integrators on projects and escalations.

 * Support network integration for new organizations, facilities, and acquisitions.

 * Participate in an on-call rotation and provide on-site coverage.