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Senior Network Engineer – Texas
Position Overview
We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer with significant hands-on Cisco and Arista configuration, deployment, and sustainment experience. The ideal candidate will support network infrastructure across operational environments, ensuring equipment reliability, configuration compliance, and ongoing system availability.
Key Responsibilities
Configure, deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco and Arista network devices.
Provide ongoing network infrastructure sustainment and operational support.
Support LatteArt and compliance requirements associated with STE/STN and SSP for network devices.
Provide hands-on hardware troubleshooting and support for network equipment in Texas as directed by EHSC teams.
Diagnose and resolve hardware and configuration issues impacting network operations.
Coordinate with engineering and operational teams to support network infrastructure requirements.
Travel occasionally to Maryland to support customer and program requirements.
Required Qualifications
Significant hands-on experience configuring and sustaining Cisco and Arista network equipment.
Familiarity with LatteArt and supporting STE/STN and SSP compliance requirements.
Experience troubleshooting network hardware and infrastructure issues.
Ability to work independently and coordinate with engineering and operational teams.
Willingness to provide hands-on hardware support in Texas.
Willingness to travel occasionally to Maryland.
Core Skills
Cisco networking
Arista networking
Network configuration and sustainment
Hardware troubleshooting
STE/STN and SSP compliance
LatteArt
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in network engineer jobs.
- Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco or Juniper routers and switches
- Active CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent vendor certification
- Proficiency with network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, PRTG, or Wireshark
- Solid understanding of routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP
- Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and network security best practices
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field
Tips for Your Network Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the stack
Hiring managers scan for specific vendor ecosystems before reading anything else. List your Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, or cloud-native tools in a dedicated skills section, and match the exact product names to what the job posting calls out.
Lead with certifications on applications
A CCNA, CCNP, or CompTIA Network+ in your resume header gets past automated screening faster than years of experience buried in bullet points. Put active certifications and their expiration dates above your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists network engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter for architecture versus operations roles
Job titles like 'network engineer' cover very different work. Distinguish whether the role is hands-on operations, design and architecture, or automation and DevOps networking before applying so your cover letter addresses the actual responsibilities.
Prepare for lab-style technical screens
Network engineer interviews frequently include a live troubleshooting exercise or a packet-capture analysis. Practice tracing routing loops, diagnosing OSPF adjacency failures, and explaining your methodology out loud while you work.
Negotiate on-call terms alongside compensation
Network operations roles often carry 24/7 escalation expectations that aren't listed in the job posting. Clarify the on-call rotation schedule and any compensation for it during the offer stage, not after you accept.
Network Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most network engineers?
The companies hiring the most network engineers right now include Amazon, Leidos, and Google, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, California, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in enterprise IT, managed service providers, and cloud infrastructure teams.
How many network engineer jobs are remote?
About 53% of network engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies significantly by role type. Network architecture, automation engineering, and cloud networking positions tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while data center operations and on-site infrastructure roles typically require a physical presence.
How do you become a network engineer?
Start by building foundational knowledge in TCP/IP, subnetting, and network protocols through self-study or a degree program. Earn an entry-level certification such as CompTIA Network+ or CCNA to validate those skills. Gain hands-on experience through a helpdesk, IT support, or junior network technician role, then pursue a more advanced certification like the CCNP as you specialize in an area such as security, wireless, or cloud networking.
Can you get hired as a network engineer with no experience?
Yes, though most entry-level network engineer roles expect at least a foundational certification and some lab or internship experience. Building a home lab using virtualization tools like GNS3 or Packet Tracer gives you documented, hands-on practice you can discuss in interviews. Applying to network associate or junior network engineer titles lowers the experience bar compared to mid-level or senior postings.
What does the network engineer interview process look like?
Most companies run a recruiter screen first, followed by a technical phone interview covering fundamentals like subnetting, routing protocols, and OSI model concepts. A second round typically involves a hands-on lab exercise, a troubleshooting scenario, or a take-home design challenge. Final interviews usually include a panel with senior engineers or a hiring manager focused on your project history and how you approach complex outages.
Where can I find and apply to network engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to network engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and specialization, and apply directly to each listing.
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