Network Engineer

Network Engineer (Cisco / Palo Alto)

Location: San Antonio, TX (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Network Engineer to support and enhance enterprise network infrastructure. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across both networking and security, with a strong foundation in Cisco environments and Palo Alto firewalls.

You’ll play a key role in maintaining uptime, securing systems, and supporting ongoing infrastructure improvements across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure (LAN/WAN/WLAN)
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco routers, switches, and wireless solutions
• Manage and optimize Palo Alto firewalls, including policies, NAT, VPNs, and threat prevention
• Monitor network performance and proactively resolve issues to ensure high availability
• Support SD-WAN, VPN connectivity, and remote access solutions
• Partner with security teams to enforce network security best practices
• Perform firmware upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management of network devices
• Troubleshoot complex network and connectivity issues across multiple sites
• Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and configurations
• Assist with disaster recovery and business continuity planning

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in network engineering or infrastructure roles
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco networking (routing, switching, VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP)
• Experience managing Palo Alto firewalls (Panorama is a plus)
• Solid understanding of network security principles and protocols
• Experience with VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL VPN)
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, PRTG, etc.)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP)
• Palo Alto certifications (PCNSA, PCNSE)
• Experience with cloud networking (Azure or AWS)
• Exposure to scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python)
• Experience in multi-site or enterprise environments

What You’ll Get

• Collaborative team environment with strong culture
• Opportunity to work across both networking and security
• Hands-on role with direct impact on infrastructure