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Network Engineer

Port of Houston Recruitment
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/27/2025

Network Engineer

Are you ready to think about the future and dream big? At Port Houston , we're seeking individuals who are eager to tackle the most significant challenges of their careers. For over a century, we've been driven by vision and scale, delivering impactful initiatives that shape Houston and the region. Our sustainability and success hinge on attracting, retaining, and nurturing exceptional talent.

When you join Port Houston, you're embarking on a journey towards a fulfilling career path. Take the first step in the right direction-are you READY?

Position Summary :

Designs, installs, maintains, and supports LAN, WAN, wireless, and Voice-over-IP infrastructure at Port Houston facilities. Provides technical support for voice, wireless, and data network systems, creates and maintains network documentation, maintains hardware and software standards, and collaborates on projects as necessary to upgrade to new and / or improved communication equipment and procedures.

Key Responsibilities / Duties :

  • Monitor network infrastructure and related systems for performance and integrity
  • Serve as the technical expert on network infrastructure hardware and software and its effective application at Port Houston facilities
  • Install and configure new network infrastructure hardware, software, peripherals, and services in accordance with current IT standards
  • Install, configure, and troubleshoot wireless networks
  • Install and troubleshoot structured network cabling including ethernet and fiber; install layer one copper and fiber physical topology; troubleshoot network and problem resolution efforts, including performing root-cause analysis and disseminating lessons learned among IT staff
  • Coordinate network-related operations, maintenance, and projects with all information technology support groups
  • Recommend changes to the Port Houston network infrastructure and related IT systems, policies and procedures in accordance with industry best practices and current technology trends
  • Serve as the principal technical liaison between the IT and third-party networking contractors and consultants
  • Provide technical input to the Port Houston disaster recovery and business continuity plans, and participates in both disaster recovery testing and execution
  • Update and maintain Network infrastructure inventory in both ManageEngine and SolarWinds
  • Update and maintain network topology drawings and other documentation
  • Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
  • Perform other duties as required

Education / Experience :

  • Associate's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Business Information Systems, or related major in a public or accredited private academic institution required
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 3 years of related network, VoIP, and / or LAN / WAN experience required
  • K nowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors :

  • Knowledge of networking
  • Knowledge of Cisco Wireless Lan (WLAN)
  • Knowledge of Cisco Unified Communication Manager and Cisco Unity Communication Manager
  • Knowledge of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)
  • Knowledge of MGCP, SCCP, H.323, SIP and RTP protocols
  • Knowledge of circuit telecommunication
  • Knowledge of wireless principles, environmental
  • Knowledge of Network Topology, deice and physical layout
  • Knowledge of CCNA, CCVP or CCNP (Cisco certifications preferred)
  • Knowledge of Cisco Switch, Router and Network configuration
  • Knowledge of cabling standards
  • Knowledge of SolarWinds
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Visio
  • Attention to details and effective organizational skills
  • Strong decision-making, problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of employees, management, and customers
  • Ability to monitor networks and appliance issues
  • Ability to document for records
  • Key Competencies Required :

  • Technical Professional Knowledge
  • Effective Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Focus Upon Quality
  • Contributes to Team Performance
  • Manages Workflow (includes Time Mgt)
  • Work Environment :

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noise level may occasionally be high. To apply, please go to porthouston.com / careers. Only applications submitted through the Port Houston Careers website will be acknowledged. Port Houston is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. Government.

    Thank you for choosing Port Houston in your career search.

    Disclaimer :

    The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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