Location: San Antonio, Texas
Schedule: Onsite | Monday–Friday
Industry: IT Services / Managed Services
Salary: Competitive (Based on Experience)
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer to join a growing IT services team supporting enterprise, education, and data center environments. This is a hands-on role responsible for designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex network infrastructures for a variety of client environments. The ideal candidate is passionate about networking technologies, enjoys solving challenging technical issues, and thrives in a customer-focused consulting environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure including routing, switching, wireless, and security solutions.
- Troubleshoot complex network performance and connectivity issues across LAN, WAN, and data center environments.
- Configure and maintain Cisco networking equipment including routers, switches, wireless controllers, and firewalls.
- Deploy and support advanced networking technologies including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, QoS, MPLS, VPN, VXLAN, and vPC.
- Implement and support wireless networking solutions, primarily Cisco and Meraki platforms.
- Perform network upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure modernization projects.
- Configure and maintain firewall solutions including Cisco ASA and Firepower.
- Assist with network monitoring, performance optimization, and capacity planning.
- Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, network diagrams, and implementation guides.
- Collaborate with internal teams and clients to develop scalable, secure, and reliable network solutions.
- Provide technical expertise during project planning, deployment, and post-implementation support.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism while working directly with clients and business stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience supporting enterprise network environments.
- Strong experience with Cisco networking technologies including routing, switching, wireless, and security.
- Experience configuring and supporting:
- Cisco IOS, IOS XE, NX-OS, and Meraki
- BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP
- MPLS, VPN, IPSec, and SSL VPN
- Cisco ASA and Firepower firewalls
- Layer 2 and Layer 3 QoS
- Experience with advanced switching technologies such as VSS, vPC, OTV, and VXLAN.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills in complex enterprise environments.
- Experience with network monitoring and management platforms.
- Ability to create professional network documentation using Microsoft Visio or similar tools.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- CCNA certification required (or willingness to obtain shortly after hire).
- CCNP certification preferred.
- Experience working for a Managed Service Provider (MSP), technology integrator, or professional services organization.
- Knowledge of Cisco DNA Center, Cisco ISE, Cisco Prime, or Cisco ACS.
- Experience supporting enterprise wireless deployments.
- Familiarity with data center networking technologies.
- Experience working in secure or regulated customer environments.
Ready to Apply?
If you're passionate about enterprise networking, enjoy solving complex infrastructure challenges, and want to work with cutting-edge Cisco technologies, we'd love to hear from you.