Network Engineer

NorthStar Memorial Group

Houston (TX)

Hybrid

USD 125,000 - 135,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading company in the individual and family services sector is seeking a Network Engineer for their Houston office. This hybrid role involves designing and managing enterprise network infrastructures, ensuring security and reliability. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in network and telecom administration, with a strong focus on cloud solutions and vendor management. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in network and telecom administration.
Experience with cloud-based architecture and managing network infrastructures.

Responsibilities

Design and manage implementations for office firewalls and VPNs.
Ensure systems are maintained following security best practices.

Skills

Network Administration

Telecom Administration

Cloud Architecture

Security Best Practices

Vendor Management

Education

Bachelor's degree or Master’s preferred

Tools

Fortinet

Palo Alto

SonicWALL

Meraki

HP/Aruba

Cisco

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ONLY CANDIDATES FROM THE HOUSTON AREA WILL BE CONSIDERED. IF YOU ARE NOT CURRENTLY LIIVING IN THE HOUSTON AREA PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Network Engineer at our Home Office in Houston, TX. This is a Hybrid role in office 3 days a week near the Galleria area. Here, we believe in empowerment. Our open-door policy means your voice is heard, and your ideas matter. We foster an environment where you're encouraged to think differently and challenge the status quo. Passion is at the heart of everything we do - from the dedication of every team member, we're driven by a shared commitment to excellence for the customers we serve.

The Network Engineer is a key technical resource responsible for the design, implementation, and management of NorthStar Memorial Group’s enterprise network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, cloud networks, and cloud-based telephony systems. This role leads to end-to-end project delivery—spanning engineering, deployment, and vendor coordination—while ensuring network performance, security, and reliability across all locations. Collaborating closely with IT teams, business units, and external partners, the Network Engineer plays a vital role in driving scalable, modern network solutions that support the organization’s operational and strategic goals.

Responsibilities

Design and manage implementations for office firewalls, data center HA Firewalls, VPNs, WAFs, IoT networks, ISP upgrades, office builds, and other infrastructure projects
Design and manage implementation of all projects related to cloud hosted voice solutions, including cloud phone systems, contact center solutions, onsite analog telephony
Serve as subject matter expert for telecom infrastructure – hosted VoIP, Cloud Contact Center solutions, and analog solutions
Ensure all systems are designed, implemented, and maintained following information security best practices and regulatory (PCI, Cyber 7, ICR, CCPA) compliance.
Research new technologies and solutions, and make appropriate recommendations in support of IT initiatives
Manage all projects and vendors to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within expected costs
Keep all project plans updated with the current status, and provide status reports as required
Design networks that integrate our enterprise applications with cloud services to ensure seamless delivery of data to all users
Design, maintain, and act as a subject matter expert for security systems and vulnerability management – IDS, firewalls, WAF, vulnerability scanners, remediation

Qualifications

10+ years of progressive experience in network and telecom administration and architecture
Bachelor's degree or Master’s preferred; equivalent certifications or combination of education and experience may be considered in place of degree
Experience working with cloud-based architecture
Experience working with and managing network infrastructures such as Fortinet, Palo Alto, SonicWALL, Meraki, HP/Aruba, or Cisco
High level of experience with TCP/IP, WAN/LAN, VPN, Wi-Fi, switches, routers, and firewalls
High level of experience with implementing and troubleshooting telecom solutions including VoIP, PBX, and IVR
Experience working with field technicians and remote users
Experience with Windows Server operating systems and Active Directory
Experience managing vendor and supplier relationships, contracts, etc.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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