Infrastructure System Administrator (Network Engineer)
Dallas, TX
On-Site Role
$40-45/hr
ABOUT THE ROLEAre you passionate about technology and interested in joining a collaborative team that challenges the status quo? Our client is seeking an Infrastructure System Administrator (Network Engineer) based in Dallas, TX to join their Technology & Infrastructure team. This team is focused on innovation, reliability, and delivering high-quality solutions in a dynamic environment. As a key member, you will provide technical services across computer hardware and software environments, administering, configuring, monitoring, and testing application servers that support business and network operations. You will also play a vital role in designing and implementing network infrastructure, overseeing structured cabling, conducting network performance testing, and maintaining detailed documentation. The position offers opportunities for hands-on learning, mentorship, and professional growth within a supportive, community-focused organizational culture that values flexibility, well-being, and individual development.
WHAT YOU'LL DO- Administer, configure, monitor, and test application servers supporting business and network operations
- Design and implement network infrastructure, including Cisco switches, routers, and wireless access points
- Oversee structured cabling and coordinate with contractors and vendors for IDF/MDF setup and patch panels
- Monitor backups, patches, and upgrades, and respond to critical issues impacting production and system environments
- Conduct network performance testing and validation for throughput, redundancy, and failover
- Maintain documentation such as network diagrams, IP address allocations, rack elevations, and equipment inventories
- Collaborate with systems, security, facilities, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration
- Recommend and implement new technology solutions alongside senior engineers
- Ensure compliance with security standards and ITIL-based incident management processes
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to network and infrastructure systems
- Support internal services including network management (LAN, WAN, WLAN), server deployment, storage management, application management, relationship management, audio visual services, and communications and hospitality-focused technologies
WHAT YOU BRING- Experience designing and implementing network infrastructure (Cisco switches, routers, wireless access points)
- Ability to oversee structured cabling and coordinate with contractors/vendors (IDF/MDF setup, patch panels)
- Proficiency in network performance testing and validation (throughput, redundancy, failover)
- Strong troubleshooting skills in network and system environments
- Ability to maintain technical documentation (network diagrams, IP allocations, rack elevations, inventories)
- Collaboration skills with systems, security, facilities, and operations teams
- Experience with Cisco Nexus 9000 and Catalyst (9300, 9200CX) switches preferred
- Familiarity with Cisco Webex Calling, CUCM, UCCX preferred
- Experience with VMware ESXi, Dell storage systems, Brocade FC switches, and SANNAV preferred
- Experience with hospitality platforms and guestroom technology solutions is a plus
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU- Opportunities for hands-on learning, mentorship, and professional development within a fast-paced infrastructure environment
- Supportive, positive, and flexible work culture focused on well-being and individual growth
- Engagement in meaningful, high-impact projects and a strong commitment to community impact and corporate responsibility