<p><strong>Robert Half</strong> is actively partnering with an Austin-based client to identify a Network Engineer<strong> (contract).</strong> In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing critical network infrastructure while ensuring high availability, performance, and security. <strong>This role is onsite in Austin, Tx.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Design, implement, troubleshoot, and support enterprise network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and wireless networks.</li><li>Monitor and optimize network performance, reliability, and availability across complex multi-site environments.</li><li>Perform network upgrades, configuration changes, and maintenance activities following established change management processes.</li><li>Maintain network architecture diagrams, configuration standards, operational procedures, and technical documentation.</li><li>Proactively identify and resolve network issues while implementing measures to prevent future disruptions.</li><li>Support network security initiatives and infrastructure modernization projects.</li><li>Participate in on-call support rotations and respond to critical network incidents as needed.</li><li>Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to team members.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement infrastructure enhancements and support business growth.</li></ul>