Senior Network Engineer_JG4

TALENT Software Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT Software Services in Houston is seeking a Network Engineer for a 6-month contract to support AV data networks and integrate AV control systems with existing LAN/WAN. You will manage VLANs, routing, QoS, and switches while ensuring connectivity and security across the infrastructure.

The role requires experience with AV over IP protocols (Dante, NDI, AES67), Cisco/Juniper/Palo Alto gear, and tools like SolarWinds and Wireshark. On-site in Houston with IT collaboration responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must have experience with VLANs, routing, and AV data networks.
• Experience with AV over IP protocols (Dante, NDI, AES67).
• Proficiency with Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto equipment.
• Experience diagnosing LAN/WAN topologies.
• Familiar with monitoring tools SolarWinds and Wireshark.

Responsibilities

• Manage VLANs, routing, QoS, and switches supporting AV data.
• Connect AV control systems to corporate LAN/WAN infrastructure.
• Isolate and resolve routing, switching, firewall, and network connectivity issues.
• Install, configure, and maintain servers, switches, routers, and wireless access points.
• Monitor network performance to prevent outages and identify potential bottlenecks.
• Enforce access permissions and implement network security controls and firewalls.
• Perform data backup and disaster recovery activities.
• Serve as an advanced escalation point for Level 1 and Level 2 help-desk tickets.
• Maintain accurate network diagrams, system registries, configuration logs, and documentation.
• Support collaboration platforms including Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Cisco Webex.
• Coordinate with external ISPs and hardware vendors to troubleshoot and resolve escalated faults.

Skills

TCP/IP

DNS

DHCP

VPNs

VLANs

AV over IP

Dante

NDI

AES67

Cisco

Juniper

Palo Alto

LAN/WAN

SolarWinds

Wireshark

Tools

SolarWinds

Wireshark

Job description

• Manage VLANs, routing, QoS, and switches supporting AV data.
• Connect AV control systems to corporate LAN/WAN infrastructure.
• Isolate and resolve routing, switching, firewall, and network connectivity issues.
• Install, configure, and maintain servers, switches, routers, and wireless access points.
• Monitor network performance to prevent outages and identify potential bottlenecks.
• Enforce access permissions and implement network security controls and firewalls.
• Perform data backup and disaster recovery activities.
• Serve as an advanced escalation point for Level 1 and Level 2 help-desk tickets.
• Maintain accurate network diagrams, system registries, configuration logs, and documentation.
• Support collaboration platforms including Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Cisco Webex.
• Coordinate with external ISPs and hardware vendors to troubleshoot and resolve escalated faults.

• Location: Houston, TX
• Duration: 6 months
• GBaMS ReqID: 10925246

Key Responsibilities

• Manage VLANs, routing, QoS, and switches supporting AV data.
• Connect AV control systems to corporate LAN/WAN infrastructure.
• Isolate and resolve routing, switching, firewall, and network connectivity issues.
• Install, configure, and maintain servers, switches, routers, and wireless access points.
• Monitor network performance to prevent outages and identify potential bottlenecks.
• Enforce access permissions and implement network security controls and firewalls.
• Perform data backup and disaster recovery activities.
• Serve as an advanced escalation point for Level 1 and Level 2 help-desk tickets.
• Maintain accurate network diagrams, system registries, configuration logs, and documentation.
• Support collaboration platforms including Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Cisco Webex.
• Coordinate with external ISPs and hardware vendors to troubleshoot and resolve escalated faults.

Essential Technical Skills

• Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and VLANs.
• Knowledge of AV over IP (AVoIP) protocols, including Dante, NDI, and AES67.
• Proficiency with enterprise networking vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto.
• Experience managing and troubleshooting LAN/WAN topologies.
• Familiarity with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools such as SolarWinds and Wireshark.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to logically isolate complex, multi-layered IT issues.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-IT stakeholders.
• Strong customer service skills with experience interacting directly with clients and staff to resolve downtime and technical issues.