Network Engineer

Overview

Remote
On Site
Hybrid
BASED ON EXPERIENCE
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent

Skills

Security Clearance
PASS
Screening
Finance
Network Engineering
Incident Management
Root Cause Analysis
Business Continuity Planning
Microsoft Windows
Regulatory Compliance
Auditing
Management
Change Management
ITIL
F5
CheckPoint
Juniper
Firewall
Routers
Cisco IOS
Nexus
Switches
OSPF
EIGRP
HSRP
VLAN
TCP/IP
Scripting
Perl
Python
Bash
Network
Documentation
User Guides
Computer Science
Information Technology
Enterprise Networks
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving

Job Details

Title: Senior Network Administrator

Location: Remote - Must be physically located in Dallas, TX
Clearance: U.S. Citizenship required; ability to pass enhanced Public Trust screening (criminal, financial, drug)
Duration: Ongoing Contract
Target Rate: $8,500/month


Position Summary

Seeking a seasoned Senior Network Administrator with strong experience in network engineering and administration. Ideal candidates will have a background in supporting and troubleshooting complex network infrastructures, including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers. This is a hands-on role requiring after-hours availability for maintenance and incident response.


Core Responsibilities

  • Lead implementation and support of technical infrastructure solutions

  • Perform root cause analysis and resolve network incidents to ensure business continuity

  • Participate in on-call rotation, including weekends and off-hours maintenance windows

  • Conduct preventative measures to minimize future network incidents

  • Audit network devices to ensure compliance with internal policies and external audit standards

  • Manage change requests and perform network upgrades per formal change management procedures

  • Maintain and update documentation in line with ITIL standards


Required Technical Skills

  • Strong troubleshooting and maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure

  • Expertise in F5 LTM load balancers: configuration, installation, upgrade, and administration

  • Hands-on experience with Checkpoint and Juniper firewalls

  • In-depth knowledge of Cisco IOS routers, Cisco IOS, and Nexus OS switches

  • Proficient in analyzing and troubleshooting network traffic between systems

  • Deep understanding of protocols such as OSPF, EIGRP, HSRP, VLAN, and TCP/IP

  • Scripting capabilities in Perl, Python, or Bash for network automation

  • Proven ability to create detailed process documentation and user guides


Qualifications

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network administration

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in matrixed, remote teams

  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

  • Professional, responsible, and proactive approach to problem-solving


    Our benefits package includes:

  • Comprehensive medical benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • ...and much more!
About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities

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