Network Manager

Title: Network Manager

Location: The Woodlands, TX (Hybrid in 77380)

Duration: Contract-to-Hire/Direct-Hire

Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the US. W2/Direct-employment only.

• This is a very hands‑on management position that requires strong skills in Cisco network design and implementation
• Experience in Azure networking and Palo Alto firewalls is also a requirement
• Previous experience in Oil & Gas is a requirement
• This role is hybrid, 3 days a week onsite in The Woodlands, TX (77380)

The Network Manager is responsible for leading and working with a small team designing, implementing, and maintaining our extensive network infrastructure. This role will work closely with IT staff and external partners to improve connectivity in the remote areas in which we operate, resulting in tangible improvements. This requires a knowledge of routing/switching, WiFi infrastructure, Azure network connectivity and other network technologies.

A bonus would be knowledge of microwave radio communications (P2P, P2MP), LTE/cellular connectivity, satellite communications, and fiber connectivity.

• Work with business segments to identify/solve network issues and manage service delivery as well as internal customer expectations
• Judiciously utilize contract resources to improve delivery agility; manage related budgets
• Manage connectivity costs; contracts and vendor relationships
• Manage a small network team in a hands‑on network manager role
• Mentor and promote skill building to further team capabilities
• Willing to periodically travel to field locations (US domestic) as needed to meet with business partners and scope network improvements
• Provide 24x7 support in an on‑call schedule

• Act as a key resource for all things networking, owning and being responsible for connectivity solutions across the enterprise
• Make decisions that balance cost, usability, and security
• Deliver high‑quality, well‑designed, network solutions

• Hands on troubleshooting for critical issues and bottlenecks
• Work network budgets and capital project management
• Ensure vendor delivery meets expectations
• Detailed analysis, root‑cause, and resolution of ongoing network‑related issues

• 6+ years of relevant enterprise networking experience
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information-technology, engineering, system analysis, a related study, or equivalent experience
• Experience managing small teams and interacting with business partners
• Experience configuring and using network diagnostic and analytics tools such as Wireshark
• Experience with network hardware such as Cisco routers, switches, radios, and Palo Alto firewalls
• Experience with F5 and/or Netscaler load balancers and configuring Azure cloud networking; virtual routing environments
• Experience with Cisco SD-WAN and DMVPN
• Oil and Gas industry experience required

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and techniques used to secure networks
• Strong decision‑making skills, with a proven ability to weigh the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and identify the most appropriate one
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Configuration of network equipment in a diverse vendor ecosystem
• Deep understanding of Operational Technology (OT) systems
• Deep understanding of Layers 1-4

• Minimum travel of 10-25% will be required.

• This position will work 9 hours Monday – Thursday and 4 hours on Friday. The position will work a hybrid schedule. Some flexibility to work off‑hours maintenance as required.

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay, 401(k)
• Retirement plan
• …and much more!

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