Network Engineer (Houston)

Were looking for a sharp, client-focused Network Engineer with deep expertise in Cisco and Fortinet technologies to join our fast-paced Managed Service Provider (MSP) team. Youll be responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and evolving network infrastructures across multiple client environments, ensuring secure, high-performance connectivity.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a multi-tenant environment, enjoys solving complex networking challenges, and brings strong experience with Cisco routing/switching and Fortinet firewalls.

• Responsibilities
• Manage, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco and Fortinet network devices across diverse client environments
• Design and implement secure, scalable network architectures tailored to client needs
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify areas for improvement
• Provide Tier 2/3 support for escalated network issues, including VPNs, firewalls, and routing
• Maintain accurate documentation of network configurations and changes
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to plan upgrades, migrations, and new deployments
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to critical incidents as needed
• Qualifications
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• 37 years of experience in network administration, preferably in an MSP or multi-client environment
• CCNA certification (required); Fortinet NSE 4 or higher strongly preferred
• Hands-on experience with:
• Cisco routers, switches, and wireless infrastructure
• Fortinet FortiGate firewalls (configuration, policy management, VPNs)
• VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), NAT, and subnetting
• Familiarity with RMM/PSA tools and ticketing systems
• Strong troubleshooting skills across both Linux and Windows environments
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills