Sr. Network Engineer

Company: Brown & Root
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: September 15, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description

Senior Network Engineer:

We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer to join our team within a dynamic work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network engineering and a deep understanding of network protocols, routing, switching, and security. This position will be responsible for managing and maintaining the company's network infrastructure, troubleshooting any issues that arise, and providing technical support for escalated issues to end users and to other IT functions. Strong experience in virtualized server support is required. Candidate must possess the ability to successfully problem-solve complex issues, as well as effectively communicate internally and with external vendors.

Responsibilities:

• Design, configure, and maintain network hardware and software.
• Monitor and troubleshoot network issues.
• Analyze network performance and suggest improvements.
• Install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and other network devices.
• Implement security measures to protect the network from unauthorized access.
• Perform regular maintenance on network equipment.
• Research new technologies and vendors to improve network performance.
• Support our VMWare infrastructure and virtual servers.
• Configure and support NTFS security on network drives.
• Mentor other IT personnel and work collaboratively within the department and with third parties.
• Maintain technical documentation.
• Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness.
• Support and provide input related to internal projects and business initiatives.
• Perform onsite support to remediate server, network, or security issues, including both emergency and scheduled after-hours support.Experience:
  • Cisco routers and switches: 5 years
  • VMWare servers: 5 years
  • Microsoft Windows Server support: 5 years
  • Powershell scripting: 2 yearsEducation:
    • BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field; 7-10+ years of direct infrastructure and networking experience can be accepted in lieu of degree.
    • CCNA or CCNP certifications preferred.Schedule:
      • Hybrid work schedule - must work in the office at least three business days; must also be available for in office support additional days as requested.
      • Standard business hours are expected whether at the office or remote.
      • Additional night and weekend support will be required periodically.
      • Some travel is required.Physical:
        • Must be able to assist with physical installation of networking devices, including but not limited to routers, switches, and server hardware.Brown Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
          
          BENEFITS:Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
          
          Requirements
          
          Senior Network Engineer:
          
          We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer to join our team within a dynamic work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network engineering and a deep understanding of network protocols, routing, switching, and security. This position will be responsible for managing and maintaining the company's network infrastructure, troubleshooting any issues that arise, and providing technical support for escalated issues to end users and to other IT functions. Strong experience in virtualized server support is required. Candidate must possess the ability to successfully problem-solve complex issues, as well as effectively communicate internally and with external vendors.
          
          Responsibilities:
          • Design, configure, and maintain network hardware and software.
          • Monitor and troubleshoot network issues.
          • Analyze network performance and suggest improvements.
          • Install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and other network devices.
          • Implement security measures to protect the network from unauthorized access.
          • Perform regular maintenance on network equipment.
          • Research new technologies and vendors to improve network performance.
          • Support our VMWare infrastructure and virtual servers.
          • Configure and support NTFS security on network drives.
          • Mentor other IT personnel and work collaboratively within the department and with third parties.
          • Maintain technical documentation.
          • Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness.
          • Support and provide input related to internal projects and business initiatives.
          • Perform onsite support to remediate server, network, or security issues, including both emergency and scheduled after-hours support.Experience:
            • Cisco routers and switches: 5 years
            • VMWare servers: 5 years
            • Microsoft Windows Server support: 5 years
            • Powershell scripting: 2 yearsEducation:
              • BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field; 7-10+ years of direct infrastructure and networking experience can be accepted in lieu of degree.
              • CCNA or CCNP certifications preferred.Schedule:
                • Hybrid work schedule - must work in the office at least three business days; must also be available for in office support additional days as requested.
                • Standard business hours are expected whether at the office or remote.
                • Additional night and weekend support will be required periodically.
                • Some travel is required.Physical:
                  • Must be able to assist with physical installation of networking devices, including but not limited to routers, switches, and server hardware.
                    
                    Brown Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
                    
                    BENEFITS:Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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