Network Engineer

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA) is searching for a Network Engineer for a CONTRACT (Contract-to-Hire) assignment with one of our premier Financial Services clients in Dallas, TX.
Hybrid: 4 days/week onsite (Dallas office)
This role sits within a global network engineering organization supporting U.S. operations as part of a large-scale infrastructure expansion. The position will focus on hands-on network engineering and support across LAN/WAN, WiFi, and network segmentation initiatives, while also supporting compliance and audit-driven activities in a regulated banking environment.
The ideal candidate will be a strong mid-level network engineer with a solid technical foundation, hands-on experience, and the ability to support both engineering and operational responsibilities across enterprise environments. Responsibilities:

• Support engineering of WAN connectivity between U.S. sites and global data centers, including routing, failover, QoS, and bandwidth optimization
• Perform hands-on installation and onsite infrastructure support for network equipment and office environments
• Configure and support LAN/WAN environments including VLANs, switching, and connectivity troubleshooting
• Maintain and support network segmentation configurations, including VLAN restructuring and switch-port ACL deployment
• Work with network Access Control Lists (ACLs) and security controls across enterprise environments
• Support audit-driven segmentation and compliance initiatives in partnership with Security Architecture and audit teams
• Monitor and optimize WiFi and campus network environments across U.S. locations
• Troubleshoot cross-border routing issues, latency anomalies, and end-to-end connectivity paths
• Collaborate with Data Center build teams and global network engineering teams
• Provide support for complex network incidents and act as an escalation point when needed
• Maintain accurate network documentation and ensure alignment with enterprise standards
• Participate in after-hours work and on-call rotations for deployments and production changes

Required Skills:

• 3-7 years of experience in network engineering, network support, or network operations roles
• Hands-on experience with Cisco networking equipment (switching, routing, VLANs)
• Strong troubleshooting skills across LAN/WAN environments
• Experience working with network ACLs and security controls
• Exposure to WAN technologies, including routing, failover, and performance optimization
• Experience supporting network segmentation and/or security-driven initiatives
• Understanding of DNS, DHCP, IPAM, and core networking services
• Ability to perform hands-on onsite infrastructure work
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes, standards, and controls
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in financial services or other regulated environments
• Exposure to SD-WAN, WiFi/campus networks, or WAN optimization technologies
• Experience supporting audit or compliance-driven environments
• Knowledge of VoIP / voice networking technologies
• Cisco or network/security certifications (CCNA/CCNP preferred)
• Experience working in multi-site enterprise environments

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

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