Network Engineer

We are seeking to hire a Network Engineer who will be based at our Cameron,LA facility to develop and maintain functional and secure networks. The ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, a thorough knowledge of network administration and architecture, an passion for security and data protection.Responsibilities:Design and deploy functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN)Configure and install software, servers, routers and other network devicesManage firewallsMonitor network performance and integrityResolve issues tiers of support have escalated by troubleshooting cloud and local infrastructureAutomate tasks and monitor their effectivenessMentor team members on technical issuesCreate, oversee and test security measures (e.g. access authentication and disaster recovery)Communicate with users when neededMaintain complete technical documentationSuggest improvements to network performance, capacity and scalabilityQualifications:Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business, computer science, or management information systems5 or more years of industry-related experience as a Senior Network Engineer or Network AdministratorProfessional certification preferred (e.g. CCNP, CCDP)Solid background in network administration and architectureIn-depth understanding of communication protocols (mainly TCP/IP) and routing protocols (e.g. BGP, OSPF)Familiarity with access control models and network securityKnowledge of coding languages for scripting (e.g Python, Perl)Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis tools (e.g. SolarWinds network tools)Solid understanding of network operating systems (JUNOS, Cisco IOS)Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills