Sr. Network Implementation Engineer

Trident Consulting is seeking a "Sr. Network Engineer -Implementation" for one of our clients in "Dallas, TX"

Position: Sr. Network Engineer -Implementation

Location: Dallas, TX

Type: Fulltime

This is an onsite role.

The candidate must be willing to work during shift 9 AM ET - 5 PM ET. For project implementation(s), off-hours and weekends.

Responsibilities -Experience: 7+ yrs

Design, implement and provide support for all network-related hardware/software

Assist with defining the objectives of network implementations including developing and reviewing proposals and presentations by collaborating with network architects to design and implement functional company networks.

Installing and configuring networking hardware/Virtual Networking equipment.

Undertake any network projects and strive to deliver within the deadline. Document technical details of the project and comply with the organization's Professional services Workflow.

Participate and engage in internal and external calls with peers and clients.

Managing and mentoring junior Network Engineering staff.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

10+ years of relevant work experience with exposure in product organizations

CCNP

Advance routing and switching knowledge. Expert in Cisco Nexus switching, BGP and OSPF protocols.

Ability to design enterprise networks.

Knowledge and experience in public cloud technologies - AWS/GCP/Azure

Expert in Palo Alto firewalls. Global Protect design and implementation with certificates, VPNs, Failover, SSL decryption, content filtering etc.

FortiGate and Cisco FTD experience

Experience with Cisco traditional and SDWAN routers, catalyst, and Nexus switches

Exceptional written and oral communication skills

Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport-building and managing expectations.

Highly self-motivated and directed, in a fast-paced team environment.

Sharp attention to detail with proven analytical and critical thinking skills

Effective time management and excellent prioritization skills

Bonus points if you have:

CCIE a plus

Experience with Sonicwall N/W devices

Financial Services Industry experience

About Trident

Trident Consulting is a premier IT staffing firm providing high-impact workforce solutions to Fortune 500 and mid-market clients. Since 2005, we've specialized in sourcing elite technology and engineering talent for contract, direct hire, and managed services roles. Our expertise spans cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and data analytics, supported by a 3M+ candidate database and a 78% fill ratio. With a highly engaged leadership team and a reputation for delivering hard-to-fill, niche talent, we help organizations build agile, high-performing teams that drive innovation and business success.

Some of our recent awards include:

Trailblazer Women Award 2025 by Consulate General of India in San Francisco

Ranked as the #1 Women Owned Business Enterprise in the large category by ITServe.

Received the TechServe Excellence award.

Consistently ranked in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America

Recognized in the SF Business Times as one of the Largest Bay Area BIPOC/Minority-Owned Businesses in 2022