Mid-Level Network Engineer

Position Overview:

Seeking a Mid-Level Network Engineer 2 to support and maintain its enterprise network infrastructure. This role focuses on troubleshooting and supporting Cisco-based routing, switching, and firewall environments while ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of the network. The ideal candidate will have hands?on experience supporting enterprise network environments and resolving complex network issues.

Location: Houston, TX - onsite 4x a week

Responsibilities:

• Provide Level 2 support for enterprise network infrastructure including routers, switches, and firewalls
• Troubleshoot and resolve network connectivity, performance, and configuration issues
• Configure and maintain Cisco networking equipment including routing and switching technologies
• Assist with firewall rule management, security configurations, and network segmentation
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify potential issues
• Support network upgrades, maintenance activities, and infrastructure improvements
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and operations teams to ensure network stability
• Document network configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and operational processes

Qualifications:

Required:

• Experience supporting Cisco?based network environments
• Hands?on experience with routing and switching (Layer 2 / Layer 3)
• Experience working with enterprise firewalls
• Strong troubleshooting skills in complex network environments
• Understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, VLANs, OSPF, BGP, VPNs)
• Experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools

Preferred:

• Cisco certifications such as CCNA or CCNP
• Experience supporting large enterprise or utility environments
• Familiarity with network security best practices and firewall administration

Tools and Technologies:

• Cisco routing and switching
• Enterprise firewall technologies
• Network monitoring tools
• Routing protocols (OSPF, BGP)