Title : Systems Senior Engineer - Network (M&A Focused)
Duration : 12 Months (Potential to Extend)
Location : Richardson, TX - Onsite during training, then Hybrid (3-4 days / week at Manager's discretion)
Work Schedule : Monday-Friday | 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM (Some flexibility available)
About the Role
- This role supports critical Merger & Acquisition (M&A) initiatives by leading the discovery, design, and implementation of enterprise network infrastructure.
- The Systems Senior Engineer (Network) will play a key role in modernizing and integrating network environments using standards.
- You will work both independently and within a larger project team to deliver secure, scalable, and fully documented network transitions.
- This is a highly hands-on role requiring deep expertise in Cisco and Palo Alto network technologies, strong documentation discipline, and the ability to lead technical projects from assessment through deployment.
What You'll Do
Lead network discovery, planning, design, documentation, and implementation for M&A initiativesAssess and document current-state network environmentsDesign future-state network architecture aligned with standardsPlan and coordinate technical resources for network cutovers and transitionsExecute active network equipment replacements for modernization and acquisitionsConfigure, test, validate, and deploy enterprise network platformsEnsure smooth transition to new network infrastructure with minimal business disruptionWork both independently and cross-functionally within large project teamsIdentify and resolve complex network issuesProvide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycleMust Have :
Network experience with CISCO, Palo AltoExperience with M&ADocumentation skillsProblem-solving skillsBachelor's degree preferred, but will take extra experience4-6 years relevant experienceLeadership skills to lead the projectPrimary technical platform experience should include Cisco routers and switches, Cisco SDWAN, Cisco and Juniper wireless, Palo Alto firewall, Cisco Meraki, and various data circuit connectivity. This experience should include configuring, testing, and validating each platform during deployment.Licence and Certification :
Technical certifications in the specialty area, such as Cisco, Palo Alto, or network-centric competencies.Nice to Have
Experience working with DHSExperience supporting Design & Construction (D&C) initiativesCloud networking experience