Job Description

Job Title: Network Engineer
Location: Houston, TX
Type: Contract
Work Model: Onsite

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and implement projects and initiatives related to network access and design, acting as a senior technical resource for network technologies.
• Maintain and administer core networking devices including firewalls, switches, routers, wireless controllers, and access points.
• Manage and support wide-area and local-area networks to ensure proper functionality and configuration.
• Oversee VOIP phone systems and networks, ensuring reliable communication infrastructure.
• Serve as the primary contact for vendors and partners on network issues, products, and services.
• Perform periodic network inventory and configuration audits.
• Lead IT network projects from inception through to completion, coordinating hardware maintenance and updates.
• Provide remote support and on-call assistance as needed.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce processes, policies, and procedures related to network services and equipment.
• Research new systems and network technologies, making strategic recommendations to management.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of a B.S. degree in computer science or engineering, or 14 years of full-time, relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• At least 10 years of full-time professional experience in network design and support, including LANs, WANs, and wireless networks.
• Experience designing and supporting VOIP systems and QoS/CoS configurations.
• Proficiency with network protocols such as BGP, MPLS, VPN, OSPF, TCP/IP, and STP.
• Knowledge of authentication/authorization technologies (802.1x, NAC, Aruba Clearpass, Cisco ISE, etc.) and ACLs.
• Support and configuration experience with VPN technologies (site-to-site, IPSEC, client VPN).
• Hands-on experience with all levels of network hardware including switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Demonstrated ability to produce technical documentation and communicate effectively across departments.
• Preferred: Experience in highly regulated industries, familiarity with Fortinet, Aruba OS, Linux administration, relevant certifications (Cisco, Aruba), and awareness of industry standards like 21 CFR Part 610 or ISO 25746.
• Eligibility to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Local area, Remote work

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