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ExecutivePlacements.com

Senior Network Engineer (Houston)

ExecutivePlacements.com, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Location:

Greenway Plaza - Houston

Duration:

Indefinite Contract

Schedule:

Onsite Monday - Thursday; Remote half days on Friday

On-call rotation:

1 week on call rotation

Top Skills:

7-10 years of Network Engineering experience, enterprise-level BGP support (day-to-day maintenance, architecture, planning, etc.)

Job Summary

Designing, implementing, and optimizing network infrastructure

Leveraging extensive expertise in routing, network design, and advanced configurations of Cisco and Fortinet equipment, ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of network systems

Troubleshoot complex network issues, manage network performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business continuity and technological advancements

Maintain high standards for network architecture and ensuring seamless connectivity across the organization

Required Experience

Routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP for network optimization and troubleshooting

Designing scalable, reliable, and secure network architectures

Cisco AND/OR Fortinet Routers, switches, firewalls, VPN solutions, and other security appliances

Diagnose and resolve complex network issues in both LAN and WAN environments

Understanding of network security protocols and best practices, including firewall configurations and VPN management.

IP addressing schemes, subnets, and IP routing

Familiarity with network performance monitoring tools and techniques to ensure optimal network performance.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.

Preferred Experience

Network security solutions, intrusion detection/prevention, and threat mitigation

Knowledge of network automation tools or scripting languages (Python, Ansible, etc.) to streamline network operations

Cloud platforms and hybrid network configurations (AWS, Azure, etc.)

Familiarity with VoIP technologies and Unified Communications (UC) systems for integrated network environments

Wireless network design, configuration, and troubleshooting

Designing networks for high availability and business continuity

QoS configuration and implementation to prioritize traffic for critical applications

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Information Technology

Industries Advertising Services

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