Sr. Network Engineer

Robert Half - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Sr. Network Engineer position is a critical role within our IT and OT network infrastructure projects, based in Houston, Texas. This long-term contract role requires a high level of expertise in networking technologies and ICS/SCADA environments. The engineer will provide developmental leadership and technical guidance to junior engineers while leading complex network engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, building, and execution of complex network engineering IT/OT projects
• Collaborate with network engineers and architects to innovate and improve network engineering processes
• Participate in the evaluation and deployment of complex network technology solutions, providing constructive feedback and recommendations
• Maintain adherence to industry and enterprise best practices, contributing to their development and documentation
• Work closely with business stakeholders, IT/Cybersecurity, and third-party vendors to understand business needs and deliver high-quality solutions
• Take responsibility for the successful and effective execution of IT/OT network engineering projects that align with business needs
• Utilize skills in Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Checkpoint, Backup Technologies, Computer Hardware, Configuration Management, Datacenter, and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) to perform role effectively.

Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience with Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
• Proficiency in using Checkpoint
• Deep understanding and experience in Backup Technologies
• Familiarity with Computer Hardware
• Demonstrable experience in Configuration Management
• Experience working in a Datacenter environment
• Experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (preferred)
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Prior experience in a similar role (highly preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Willingness to undertake continuous professional development and stay updated with the latest industry trends.