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Freelance Core Network Engineer Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Network Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$75K - $96K/yr

Job Overview The TOC Network Engineer will be part of Impact Networking's Managed IT organization ... Analyze and adjust Core and LAN/WAN systems to maintain and improve network capacity, security, and ...

Network Engineer

Coppell, TX · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

The Network Engineer I helps guide daily operational work, supports incident resolution ... Support data center network services, including core switching, firewall connectivity, load ...

AVP, Senior Network Engineer

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$103K - $172K/yr

Requirements: * 10+ years of Data Center Core Network Engineering and Architecture experience in a Cisco-centric environment * 2+ years of Cisco NDO & ACI, Nexus, and Catalyst * 2+ years of ...

Network Engineer Department: Engineering - Video Employment Type: Full Time Location: Austin ... Working knowledge of core routing protocols BGP/IPSec for scaling global data center networks.

Senior Engineer, Network Engineering

Houston, TX · On-site

$99K - $136K/yr

Guided by our core values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, and Collaboration , we empower ... Engineer, Senior Network Engineering to lead the design, implementation, and ongoing optimization ...

Network Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Network Engineer Department: Engineering - Video Employment Type: Full Time Location: Austin ... Working knowledge of core routing protocols BGP/IPSec for scaling global data center networks.

Network Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

... Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in designing, configuring, and maintaining enterprise ... Network Engineering * TCP/IP * VPN Technologies * Firewall Configuration * Network Security ...

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Network Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

... Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in designing, configuring, and maintaining enterprise ... Network Engineering * TCP/IP * VPN Technologies * Firewall Configuration * Network Security ...

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Engineer Network

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$80 - $90/hr

Senior Principal Network Systems Engineer Location: San Antonio, TX (On-site) ( Onsite) Employment ... Advanced knowledge of core infrastructure services: * DNS, DHCP, NTP * AAA (RADITACACS+) * DNSSEC ...

Network Engineer, Senior

Dallas, TX · On-site

$102K - $141K/yr

Design, implement, and support complex Cisco-based campus, core, and wireless network architectures ... Engineer, deploy, and maintain Palo Alto Networks firewalls , including policy design, advanced ...

Network Security Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

They are seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to manage and optimize network security ... • Core network with VxLAN EVPN DC architecture experience • Experience with hybrid or multi ...

Network Engineer, Senior

Dallas, TX · On-site

$102K - $141K/yr

Design, implement, and support complex Cisco-based campus, core, and wireless network architectures ... Engineer, deploy, and maintain Palo Alto Networks firewalls , including policy design, advanced ...

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Freelance Core Network Engineer information

What is the difference between Freelance Core Network Engineer vs Network Operations Center (NOC) Technician?

AspectFreelance Core Network EngineerNetwork Operations Center (NOC) Technician
CertificationsCCNA, CCNP, Cisco certificationsCompTIA Network+, CCNA
Work EnvironmentRemote, client sites, project-based24/7 NOC facilities, shift work
Employer & IndustryFreelance, consulting firms, telecomsTelecom companies, managed service providers

The Freelance Core Network Engineer typically works independently on complex network design, configuration, and troubleshooting projects for clients remotely or on-site. In contrast, a NOC Technician monitors and maintains network health in a centralized facility, often working in shifts. Both roles require networking certifications like CCNA, but the freelance engineer focuses on project-based work, while the NOC technician handles ongoing network operations.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Core Network Engineer job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

$102K - $141K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #30 in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms.
Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where employees are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.
The Position
We're looking for a Senior Network Engineer to own and evolve our enterprise network across multi-site and cloud environments. You'll be a key technical voice shaping infrastructure strategy, driving security posture through zero-trust principles, and ensuring high availability for business-critical systems - all while working remotely on a collaborative, senior-level team.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Architecture
  • Architect scalable, resilient network solutions including routing/switching, SD-WAN, firewalls, VPN, QoS, and zero-trust segmentation.
  • Define requirements, evaluate technologies, and lead infrastructure changes from design through implementation.
  • Develop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans for all network components.

Operations & Maintenance
  • Perform proactive maintenance - patching, upgrades, tuning, and health monitoring across the networking estate.
  • Manage vulnerability findings and vendor security advisories for network equipment and systems.
  • Maintain accurate network documentation, configuration baselines, and topology diagrams.
  • Own and resolve network-related incidents and service requests, driving issues to resolution.

Collaboration & Strategy
  • Partner with security, infrastructure, and application teams to support firm-wide initiatives.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and translate their impact into actionable recommendations.
  • Serve as a technical mentor and backup resource across the Network Engineering team.
  • Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels.

Qualifications
  • 10+ years of hands-on network engineering experience across multi-site enterprise environments
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field - or equivalent professional experience.
  • Palo Alto Firewalls - Production deployment, policy management, and troubleshooting of Palo Alto NGFW (Panorama experience a strong plus).
  • Cisco ACI - Hands-on experience with Nexus 9300/9000 series in ACI mode - fabric design, EPG/contract configuration, and troubleshooting.
  • Proven ability to architect, implement, and troubleshoot complex, multi-vendor network infrastructure.
  • Strong documentation habits - you leave networks better documented than you found them.
  • Ability to translate ambiguous business requirements into clear, implementable technical designs.
  • Excellent communication skills - comfortable presenting to both engineers and executives.
  • Strong project management instincts with the ability to juggle multiple workstreams independently.
  • A collaborative, team-first mentality balanced with the ability to drive work autonomously.
  • Routing & Switching
    • Deep expertise in enterprise routing protocols (OSPF, BGP) and switching (VLANs, port channels, spanning tree, QoS) across multi-site environments.
    • Cisco certification at the professional or expert level (CCNP, CCDP, or CCIE) strongly preferred.
    • Experience in professional services, financial services, or legal industry environments.
    • Familiarity with network automation tooling (Ansible, Python/Netmiko, Terraform for network infra).
    • Experience with public cloud networking (AWS, Azure) and hybrid connectivity patterns.
    • Exposure to Panorama for centralized Palo Alto management at scale.
  • Core Networking
    • SD-WAN (Silver Peak / HPE Aruba EdgeConnect) - deployment, policy, and optimization
    • DMVPN, IPSec VPN, and secure remote access architectures
    • Load balancing (Citrix NetScaler / ADC) - configuration, SSL offload, and health monitoring
    • Wireless networking via Cisco Meraki - deployment, RF planning, and troubleshooting
    • Network tapping and packet capture solutions for visibility and forensics
  • Security & Zero Trust
    • Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) - implementation, policy configuration, and troubleshooting
    • ACL development and firewall policy lifecycle management
    • Zero-trust network segmentation principles and implementation
    • WAF configuration and proxy infrastructure
  • Collaboration & Voice
    • Cisco Call Manager (CUCM) and Unity Connection - administration and troubleshooting
    • Network monitoring and management platforms (SolarWinds, PRTG, or equivalent)

Wilson Elser offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to support our attorneys both professionally and personally.
A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Salary Range:
$135,000-$150,000 USD
Why Should You Apply?
  • Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
  • Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
  • Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com.
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