Senior Network Engineer: Design, Security & VPN

Smartsearchonline; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Smartsearchonline in Plano, TX is seeking a Sr Network Engineer to operate and troubleshoot our internal data communications systems. You will work on design, implementation, and documentation, coordinating with vendors for routers, switches, and security devices.

The role emphasizes project involvement, training, and proposal support, with a path from contract-to-perm. You will collaborate across business units to deploy new technology, ensure security, and maintain reliable network operations.

Qualifications

• CCNA or CCNP certification required.
• 1–2 years of network design, implementation and documentation experience.
• Experience with Cisco switches/routers, FW/VPN.
• Experience with Checkpoint firewalls.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under supervision and coordinate with vendors.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, document network solutions across local and remote sites.
• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot the network infrastructure.
• Coordinate with vendors for installation and maintenance of routers, switches, and security devices.
• Support project implementations and contribute to proposals.

Skills

CCNA/CCNP

Cisco networking

VPN/Firewall

Wi‑Fi experience

TCP/IP knowledge

Communication skills

Planning & organizing

Problem solving

Job description

Smartsearchonline in Plano, TX is seeking a Sr Network Engineer to operate and troubleshoot our internal data communications systems. You will work on design, implementation, and documentation, coordinating with vendors for routers, switches, and security devices.

The role emphasizes project involvement, training, and proposal support, with a path from contract-to-perm. You will collaborate across business units to deploy new technology, ensure security, and maintain reliable network operations.