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INSPYR Solutions · 10 hours ago

Sr Network Engineer

Richardson, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$60/hr - $90/hr

10+ years exp

INSPYR Solutions is a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, and they are seeking a Senior Network Engineer who can deliver reliability, performance, and security at scale. This role involves designing and supporting modern hybrid networks while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring network availability across various locations.

Information TechnologyProfessional ServicesStaffing Agency

No H1B

Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and optimize secure, scalable network solutions across on-prem and cloud environments (Fortinet, Meraki, and Azure)

Engineer SD-WAN topologies, site-to-site VPNs, routing, and segmentation strategies for 650+ connected locations

Build and maintain Azure networking components — VNets, routing, ExpressRoute, NSGs, and Azure Firewall — while contributing to ongoing architectural discussions

Serve as the network fixer of last resort, leading advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis across all layers

Maintain network performance, uptime, and availability across all locations

Leverage FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and enterprise monitoring platforms (e.g., LogicMonitor, SolarWinds) to track performance and detect anomalies

Automate and document repeatable processes to increase consistency and reduce manual intervention

Drive operational excellence through ITIL-aligned change, incident, and problem management practices

Enforce security best practices, segmentation, and zero trust principles across the network edge and core

Manage firewall policies, VPN configurations, and SD-WAN routing in coordination with Security and Cloud teams

Support disaster recovery and business continuity strategies with network resiliency and redundancy planning

Mentor and support junior network engineers, providing guidance on troubleshooting, documentation, and project delivery

Partner closely with Infrastructure peers (Server, Cloud, and Security) to ensure seamless integration of network dependencies

Participate in design reviews and provide architectural input for upcoming infrastructure initiatives

Collaborate with ISPs, carriers, and network vendors for circuit provisioning, troubleshooting, and escalation management

Evaluate new hardware, software, and connectivity solutions that enhance stability, performance, and cost efficiency

Support ongoing modernization efforts including SD-WAN expansion, Azure network growth, and network automation

Assist in integrating newly acquired shops and regions into the enterprise network with minimal disruption

Identify and eliminate technical debt through standardization, documentation, and lifecycle management

Qualification

Fortinet FortiGateAzure networkingSD-WANMeraki switchingAdvanced troubleshootingITIL frameworksPacket analysisVendor managementOperational excellenceHands-on expertiseCollaboration skillsMentorshipProblem solvingDocumentation