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# Network Engineer

- **Company:** Robert Half
- **Location:** The Woodlands, TX, United States
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** IEEE 802.1X, Access Control List, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), User Authentication, Border Gateway Protocol, Cisco PIX, Distributed Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Routing, Network Administration, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wireless Access Point, Wireless Networks, Network Routing, Computer Networking Systems, Firewalls (Computer Science), Performance Monitor
- **Published:** November 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/2b32cb1e-100d-43f3-9324-78c423bec334

## About the Role

Proven experience supporting enterprise network environments with strong knowledge of Cisco networking technologies.
Hands-on expertise with Cisco Meraki, including MX security appliances, switching infrastructure, MR access points, and dashboard administration.
Background working with firewalls such as Palo Alto and Cisco ASA, including policy management and security rule configuration.
Solid understanding of routing and switching concepts, including BGP, VLANs, ACLs, and inter-network routing.
Experience troubleshooting wireless networks, VPN connectivity, and authentication methods such as 802.1X.
Ability to analyze network issues, isolate root causes, and deliver effective solutions in production environments.
Comfortable supporting infrastructure projects, documenting network changes, and collaborating with cross-functional technical teams., All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

## Description

We are looking for a Network Engineer to support and enhance enterprise connectivity. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on specialist who can strengthen wireless, routing, firewall, and VPN operations while helping maintain a secure and reliable environment. The role will focus on day-to-day network administration, advanced troubleshooting, and project delivery across core infrastructure platforms., Oversee the administration and ongoing performance of Cisco Meraki environments, including security appliances, switching, wireless access points, and centralized dashboard management.
Build, tune, and resolve issues within enterprise wireless networks, with attention to SSID design, radio frequency optimization, user access stability, and 802.1X-based authentication.
Implement and maintain VPN connectivity for remote users and site-to-site communication, while supporting integration with external third-party solutions.
Administer firewall and security configurations by managing access policies, filtering controls, bandwidth prioritization, and protection standards across Meraki and mixed firewall platforms.
Use the Meraki Dashboard and API capabilities to improve monitoring, streamline reporting, support bulk updates, and increase operational efficiency.
Diagnose and resolve advanced network problems involving VLANs, routing behavior, access control lists, and end-to-end connectivity across distributed environments.
Contribute to network health through proactive monitoring, alert response, and capacity planning efforts that support uptime and performance goals.
Lead or assist with infrastructure initiatives such as firewall migrations, lifecycle hardware replacements, and deployment activities for new or existing sites.
Provide upper-tier support for escalated network incidents, perform root cause analysis, and keep technical documentation and operational runbooks current.
Partner with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and support teams to reinforce network security practices and maintain dependable service across the organization.