Network Engineer II

A national financial institution that has been in business since 1980 with over 740 branches across 17 states is looking to hire a Network Engineer II on a full-time direct hire basis. They are located North of Houston in the The Woodlands, TX. This will be a hybrid position. 

As a Network Engineer II in this role you’ll be responsible for analyzing, implementing, installation, configuration, break-fix support, design, and daily operation of all aspects of the LAN/WAN network infrastructure. There is a heavy focus on day-to-day operations of circuit migrations, troubleshooting, tickets, and circuit audits. You will also work with the field services team on troubleshooting cabling.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4 years of IT related experience with at least 2 years in Network Engineering
• Basic understanding in routing and switching design, protocols, standards and best practices
• CCNA certification

Desired Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN (Formerly Viptela)
• Knowledge of Cisco Catalyst Center
• Knowledge of Meraki wireless
• Knowledge of VXLAN spine and leaf technology

What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown

• Responsible for resolving network problems through research on network installation and customization, network administration and network management support.
• Applies broad technical knowledge for systems and solution design within the LAN/WAN network system and infrastructure realm to improve efficiency and resiliency.
• Applies technical expertise and business understanding to create superior solutions for the company and customers based on defined requirements.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining all aspects of the network infrastructure (i.e., Cabling-Racking/LAN/WAN/VPN/Network Security and Wireless)
• Actively monitor and respond to system alerts across all Infrastructures using our networking monitoring tools.
• Maintain network applications, tools, and hardware versions by upgrading as required to ensure supportability.
• Configure, optimize, and fine-tune monitoring systems.
• Supports all data network circuits throughout the business network footprint.
• Participate in vendor evaluation / lab testing of new technologies and decision support.
• Participate in projects as they are assigned.
• Maintain high quality documentation for core and edge networks, products, and services.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.
• Create and monitor reports to stay in compliance for vulnerabilities and bug remediation.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.
• Maintains job relevance, advanced level of knowledge, skills and abilities needed for effective job performance through continuous learning efforts (i.e., attends outside training seminars, workshops, or classes).
• May receive training in other technical or functional areas of the department.
• Responsible for other duties as assigned.
• Participate in all on call duties.

The Offer

• Salary + Benefits

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.