Senior Network Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • Posted 1 day ago | Updated 2 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 120,000.00 - 140,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Design
Documentation
Routers
Virtual private network
Intrusion detection
Management
Network optimization
Collaboration
IT management
Network design
Operations
Computer science
Network engineering
Energy
Capacity management
Network security
Network administration
Firewall
Routing
Switches
Computer networking
IPsec
HSRP
Border Gateway Protocol
OSPF
IEEE 802.11
QoS
OSI
TCP/IP
SolarWinds
Problem solving
Communication
Cisco Certifications
Network

Job Details

Hybrid Role, 5% 401k Match, Top Houston Employer

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Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are currently seeking a motivated, experienced, and highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to join our dynamic team in the Energy industry. This is a permanent position that offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a challenging and rewarding environment. The Senior Network Engineer will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and managing our company's network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and security. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative setting and has a strong passion for technology and problem-solving.

Why join us?
  • Stock + Cash Bonus Incentive
  • 5% 401k Match
  • Hybrid Work Schedule
  • Strong benefits package through BCBS


Job Details

Responsibilities:
1. Design, implement, and manage the company's network infrastructure to optimize performance, reliability, and security.
2. Develop and maintain network architecture and infrastructure plans, including documentation and diagrams.
3. Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS).
4. Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed.
5. Ensure network security and connectivity, including managing firewalls and maintaining intrusion detection systems.
6. Implement and manage SDWAN across the organization.
7. Conduct network optimization studies and recommend changes to improve performance.
8. Collaborate with team members and other stakeholders to identify and address network infrastructure needs.
9. Provide technical leadership and expertise in network design and operations.
10. Stay updated on the latest industry trends and advancements in network technology.

Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering, specifically in the Energy industry.
3. Proven experience with network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices.
4. Strong hands-on experience with SDWAN, Firewalls, routing, and switching.
5. Excellent knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS).
6. Solid understanding of the OSI or TCP/IP model.
7. Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds network tools).
8. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
9. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
10. Professional certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or similar are highly desirable.

If you are a seasoned Network Engineer looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to advance your skills and career in a great working environment, we would love to hear from you.

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