Network Engineer- Houston -Onsite- W2

One of our clients in Oil & Gas has an opening for a Network Engineer to support their team.

Network Engineer - W2 (Local Candidates only)

Long term contract: 1 year plus

Location: Houston Downtown - Need to be onsite - 5 days a week

Industry: Oil & Gas
W2 Employment only, No C2C

• Analyzing existing hardware, software, and networking systems.
• Ticket processing from Remedy to assist in break/fix solutions for network gear.
• Configuring new Cisco equipment and shipping out to field for installation, routers, switches and AP’s to name a few devices.
• Working with field technicians and or carriers to get circuits activated.
• Working with end users to troubleshoot issues.
• Creating and implementing scalable Cisco networks according to client specifications.
• Testing and troubleshooting installed Cisco Systems.
• Resolving technical issues with networks, hardware, and software.
• Performing speed and security tests on installed networks.
• Applying network security upgrades.
• Upgrading/replacing hardware and software systems when required.
• Creating and presenting networking reports.
• Training end-users on installed Cisco networking products.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, networking administration, information technology, or a similar field.
• CCIE or CCE certification.
• At least 5-7 years' experience as a network engineer.
• Detailed knowledge of Cisco networking systems.
• Experience in Activating Circuits
• Experience with storage engineering, wide-area networking, and network virtualization.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to identify, deploy, and manage complex networking systems.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with end-user training.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.