Network Engineer

Houston, TX, US Posted On: 01/23/2024 Employment Type: Full Time Job Class: Information & Tech Job Summary Responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, WLAN, Business Internet) and voice communications systems.
Assists in continuous improvement efforts of existing solutions and provide support and expertise to the implementation of new solutions.
Serve as an escalation point for the help desk and desktop support team as needed.
Duties/Responsibilities Support business critical functions by achieving the highest possible availability of infrastructure at all times Provide top tier first-class customer service Provide both operational and project support within IT in order to achieve departmental and business goals Responsible for day-to-day monitoring and support of the corporate computing network Responsible for monitoring and support of corporate firewalls Administer and maintain enterprise NAC solution Maintain network monitoring solutions Support required infrastructure changes during and after normal business hours as needed Support audio visual and collaboration solutions Troubleshoot and resolve network related incidents Work with other IT teams to implement projects as needed in a timely manner This position will provide On-Call and Emergency Response duties to business-critical applications, help desk support, and associated infrastructure as necessary Adhere to all IT policies Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualification/Work Experience Minimum Required: Associate degree in computer or electronics related field of study preferred Minimum of 3 years’ experience supporting computer and network systems Network certification (CCNA/JNCIA or greater) Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledge in connecting WAN technologies (T-1, Metro Ethernet, MPLS, microwave) Knowledge of networking protocols and IP subnetting Knowledge of routing protocols (e.
g.
OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, BGP) Specific knowledge of network operating systems (e.
g.
IOS, NX-OS, FTD, JunOS, PanOS) Experience in the installation, configuration, and support of network switches, routers, and wireless APs Experience in the configuration and support of firewalls and network security devices (e.
g.
VPN, IPS, Web/URL filtering) Experience in the configuration and support of collaboration solutions (e.
g.
CUCM, Webex, Zoom, MS Teams) Experience with A/V integration and programming Familiarity with cloud-based IaaS solutions (e.
g.
AWS, Azure, GCP) Experience with network monitoring and logging solutions (e.
g.
Solarwinds, PRTG, Nagios, Elastic, Graylog, Splunk, etc) Familiarity with server operating systems (e.
g.
Windows Server, Linux, Unix) Excellent documentation skills Obsessed with a great user experience Must possess an eagerness to learn Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills Ability to adapt to and adopt new techniques and technologies Must be customer oriented Effective communicator, with excellent written, oral and presentation skills Team player requiring minimal supervision, with the ability to draw on the expertise and knowledge of the team to deliver the best solutions Willingness to assist team whenever and however needed Ability to deliver results, meet commitments and agreed upon deadlines Excellent time management and work prioritization skills HSE Roles and Responsibilities Support the policies, efforts and programs of the Freeport LNG Health, Safety and Environmental Management System.
Actively participate in the HSE Management System Policies.
Ensure that HSE concerns are given priority in all activities completed within their area of responsibility.
Implement routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions.
Working Conditions and Physical Expectations Environmental/Working Conditions: Operates in a professional office environment within or outside of an industrial plant environment.
Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers w/scanner and fax, and filing cabinets.
Physical Expectations: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This is primarily a sedentary role; however, the incumbent must be able to stand and/or sit continuously to perform all essential job functions for a full shift.
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
as required in order to lift files, boxes and office equipment as necessary.
Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending, standing on a stool, or climbing as necessary to perform these functions.
While performing the duties of this role, the incumbent may be required to talk or hear.
The incumbent is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to drive to other Company work locations as required.
Ability to move throughout all areas of each office/site location and facilities.