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INTRODUCTION
A & Associates is a reputable staffing agency with a proven track record in screening and recruiting as well as job placement and career development. With more than ten (10) offices throughout the United States, A & Associates is a company that can be trusted to provide a diverse level of services with excellence, diligence and integrity. “Quality In Everything We Do” is far more than our mantra, it is our standard!!
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Work Location: Dallas, TX - Hybrid
Work Authorization: USC/GC
Senior Network Engineer
Position Summary
The Senior Network Engineer is an advanced networking professional responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, security, and operational support of enterprise network infrastructure. This role serves as a senior technical leader, develops networking standards, drives modernization initiatives, architects secure and scalable network solutions, acts as a senior escalation resource, and provides mentorship to other engineers while supporting WAN, LAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, data center, cybersecurity, and cloud networking environments.
We are particularly interested in candidates with demonstrated leadership experience, including leading complex technical projects, driving network modernization initiatives, establishing engineering standards, mentoring team members, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic technology solutions.
Education & Experience
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field; OR an associate degree with seven (7) years of progressively responsible network engineering experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, certifications, training, and experience.
- Experience: Seven (7) or more years of experience designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and supporting enterprise network environments.
- Required Experience: Complex Cisco networking environments; wireless infrastructure; firewalls; cloud networking; network security technologies; and enterprise infrastructure projects.
- Preferred Experience: Demonstrated technical leadership, project leadership, mentoring, and experience guiding network engineering initiatives from planning through implementation.
Technical Knowledge
- Enterprise Network Architecture: WAN, LAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, Software-Defined Networking (SDN), routing and switching protocols, and network segmentation.
- Data Center Networking: Data center networking architectures and technologies.
- Cloud Networking: Cloud networking architectures and connectivity.
- Network Security: Network security, Zero Trust, firewalls, and secure network design.
- Monitoring & Observability: Monitoring and observability platforms.
- Disaster Recovery: Network disaster recovery planning and implementation.
- Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Network automation and Infrastructure as Code practices.
- Project Management: Project management methodologies, technical project delivery, and coordination of cross-functional initiatives.
Key Skills & Responsibilities
- Network Engineering: Design, secure, implement, and optimize enterprise networks.
- Technical Leadership: Lead complex technical projects, network modernization efforts, and strategic infrastructure initiatives.
- Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve highly complex networking issues and serve as a senior escalation resource.
- Standards & Documentation: Develop, maintain, and promote network engineering standards, architectural guidelines, and technical documentation.
- Technology Evaluation: Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions aligned with business objectives and enterprise architecture.
- Mentorship & Team Development: Mentor network engineers, share technical expertise, and support the development of team capabilities.
- Project Ownership: Drive technical initiatives from planning and design through implementation, testing, and operational handoff.
- Communication & Collaboration: Communicate effectively with executives, engineers, vendors, and business stakeholders.
- Strategic Priorities: Balance multiple priorities, coordinate competing initiatives, and align technical decisions with organizational goals.
Preferred Certifications
- Cisco: Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise); Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE).
- Cloud: AWS Advanced Networking – Specialty; Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate.
- Wireless: Aruba Certified Professional or Expert certifications.
- Other: Equivalent advanced networking certifications.
Preferred Leadership Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience leading enterprise network engineering projects or infrastructure modernization initiatives.
- Proven ability to mentor technical team members and provide technical direction.
- Experience developing and implementing network standards, best practices, and architectural strategies.
- Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, manage technical risks, and drive projects to successful completion.
- Strong communication, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.
EEO STATEMENT
A & Associates, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Work Location: In person
Skills
\nCompany Description
A&A is organized across three major divisions: A&A Staffing, A&A Security, and A&A Insurance. These teams collaborate to deliver consistent service, contract-ready compliance, and scalable execution.
Staffing focuses on screening, recruiting, placement, and career development. Security concentrates on licensed officer programs, roving patrol, and property protection—supported by training, access control, loss prevention, and risk management best practices.
Company Description
\nA&A is organized across three major divisions: A&A Staffing, A&A Security, and A&A Insurance. These teams collaborate to deliver consistent service, contract-ready compliance, and scalable execution.\n\nStaffing focuses on screening, recruiting, placement, and career development. Security concentrates on licensed officer programs, roving patrol, and property protection—supported by training, access control, loss prevention, and risk management best practices.