Network Engineer (Cisco - Mergers & Acquisitions)

Network Engineer (Cisco – Mergers & Acquisitions)We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer with strong Cisco infrastructure expertise and proven experience supporting Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) activities. This role will focus on network integration, migration, staging, deployment, and support of enterprise network environments during acquisition and merger transitions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Cisco routing, switching, firewalls, wireless, and WAN/LAN infrastructure, along with the ability to work onsite in Houston and support occasional weekend staging and cutover activities. This is a fast-paced contract opportunity for someone who can quickly step in, assess existing environments, and execute network integration plans with minimal supervision. Required Skills Strong experience as a Network Engineer / Senior Network Engineer Must have hands-on experience supporting Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) projects Deep expertise in Cisco technologies Routing & Switching FirewallsLAN / WANWireless NetworksVPN / Network Security VoIP (preferred)Experience with network staging, deployment, and migration activities Ability to support weekend work for staging, cutovers, and implementation Must be located in Houston, TX and able to work onsite as needed Strong troubleshooting and infrastructure support skills Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination abilities Preferred QualificationsCCNA or CCNP certification highly preferred Experience with enterprise network migrations and integration planning Experience working in large-scale corporate environments Ability to start within 2 weeks of offer Responsibilities Support network infrastructure during mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures Plan and execute network migrations, cutovers, and integrations Configure and troubleshoot Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems Coordinate staging and deployment activities during weekends when required Work closely with infrastructure, security, and business teams Ensure network stability, security, and minimal downtime during transitions Document network changes, configurations, and implementation plans