Senior Network Engineer
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Overview

Texas GovLink, Inc. is an Austin-based firm which provides information technology professionals to government clients in Texas to support their new and ongoing projects. One of our clients in Dallas Texas requires an experienced Senior Network Engineer to supplement their team on task and projects at any one of their 38 locations. This role requires the selected candidate to be on site 5 days a week, and the candidate is expected to provide their own transportation.

Texas GovLink offers its family of consultants excellent rates, a local support staff, and an attractive benefits package which includes medical insurance (Allied shares a percentage of the cost), life insurance, a matching 401(k) plan and a cafeteria plan.

Candidates selected for interview will be required to undergo criminal background checks and may be required to complete a drug screen in accordance with Federal and State Law. Offers of Employment are contingent on a successful background check

Texas GovLink is an equal opportunities employer.

**Location of job: Onsite. Candidate must be local to Dallas, TX**

Responsibilities

Responsible for installing networking technologies and supporting networks. Performs highly complex network engineering work. Data engineer that operates, monitors and manages network infrastructure. Responsible for the design, implementation, management and operational support of Network Infrastructure. Assesses existing network configurations and makes recommendations based on product specifications. Configures equipment and software to meet business needs, trains others on the solution, and documents the solution for ongoing support. Functions as part of a team on larger projects, or individually provides the services on support visits or smaller projects. Provides technical support and assists with the design of network solutions. Requires experience in the technical services and support field as well as experience in network administration (DHCP, DNS, routers, firewall, etc.).

Qualifications

Minimum (Required):

• 8 years experience in designing, implementing, and managing network infrastructures, including LAN, WAN, wireless, and datacenter equipment (e.g., Cisco Catalyst C9300/C9500/C9800, Nexus N9504).
• 8 years of strong knowledge of network administration protocols and services (e.g., DHCP, DNS, routers, firewalls) and hands-on experience with applications such as Cisco DNAC, Cisco Catalyst Center, Cisco ISE, and WhatsUP Gold
• 8 years ability to assess network configurations, resolve incidents/problems, perform Moves, Adds, and Changes (MACs), and maintain accurate, up-to-date system documentation.
• 8 years of familiarity with UPS, PDU, and network monitoring tools (e.g., APC DCE, NTP) to ensure system reliability and performance.
• Yes/No to be able to work in office 5 days a week
• Yes/No to be able to provide transportation
• Yes/No to prior experience with a transit agency is a plus

**If you are interested in this position, please email Aaron Manio at ...@texasgovlink.com**