Network Engineer
Location: Dallas, TX
Job Type: Contract To Hire
Company: IDR
Category: Network Engineering
Job Description Apply Now
The role of a Network Engineer is essential in managing and maintaining complex network infrastructure within large-scale environments, such as those found in the healthcare sector. As organizations continue to rely on robust, secure, and efficient networks, the demand for skilled professionals with expertise in advanced technologies remains high. This full-time Network Engineer position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network systems, while also contributing to the professional development of junior engineers.
In this Network Engineer role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting the organization's technology landscape. The primary focus will be on the design and maintenance of campus-wide network infrastructure, including firewalls, routers, switches, and wide area network (WAN) connections. This position requires a strong understanding of network security, capacity planning, and the latest advancements in technology evaluation. Your knowledge of protocols such as BGP and experience with Cisco and Palo Alto equipment will be instrumental in ensuring the network operates at peak performance and adheres to industry best practices.
This position offers significant opportunities for professional growth, working with advanced technologies such as Cisco ACI and Palo Alto firewalls. Exposure to these leading solutions provides a platform for continuous learning and skill development. The role also includes mentoring junior engineers, supporting their career progression, and ensuring the team maintains compliance with industry standards. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is a key aspect of this position, requiring effective communication and coordination to deliver seamless network operations.
The Network Engineer will also participate in on-call rotations and handle network change management during designated windows. This ensures the network remains secure, stable, and resilient, minimizing downtime and supporting the organization's broader mission. The role provides a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits—including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance—and access to an employee stock ownership program. The organization is recognized as an industry leader, dedicated to employee success, and has received multiple awards for its commitment to excellence.
Working in a thriving metropolitan area offers additional benefits, including access to a dynamic professional community and opportunities for networking and continued education. Joining this team means becoming part of an organization with over 25 years of proven experience and a track record of supporting employee development through dedicated engagement management and diverse benefit offerings. If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Network Engineer, we encourage you to apply today by clicking the job application button.
Network Engineer - Summary- Design, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructure, including firewalls, routers, switches, and WAN sites.
- Focus on network security, capacity planning, and technology evaluation.
- Mentor junior engineers and uphold compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals.
- Utilize advanced knowledge of BGP, Cisco ACI, Cisco 9500/9300, and Palo Alto firewalls.
- Design, deploy, and support campus-wide secure network infrastructure.
- Manage and configure firewalls, routers, switches, and connectivity to WAN sites.
- Provide subject matter expertise in network security and capacity planning.
- Evaluate emerging network technologies and recommend solutions for continuous improvement.
- Mentor and guide junior network engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal policies.
- Coordinate and communicate with other IT and cross-functional teams.
- Participate in on-call rotations and manage network changes during scheduled windows.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues promptly to minimize downtime.
- Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
- Employee Stock Ownership Program to support long-term financial growth.
- Access to award-winning organizational resources and a dedicated engagement manager.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- At least 5 years of professional experience in network engineering roles.
- Minimum 8 years of overall IT experience since earning a Bachelor’s degree.
- Demonstrated expertise with BGP protocol for at least 3 years.
- Recent hands-on experience working with Cisco 9500 or 9300 switches.
- Experience managing and configuring Palo Alto firewalls.
- Strong knowledge of network security best practices and technologies.
- Detail-oriented and analytical, with a passion for secure network design.
- Strong leadership skills to mentor junior engineers effectively.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under pressure and during network change windows.
- Desire for continuous learning and professional growth within the IT and network engineering field.
- The organization is recognized for its employee-centric culture and industry leadership.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all hiring and employment practices.
- Access to a dynamic professional community with opportunities for networking and advancement.
- Legal compliance and equal employment opportunity are fundamental values.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
If you are interested in advancing your career as a Network Engineer, apply now by clicking the job application button and take the next step toward joining this outstanding team.