Network Engineer I

Nabors•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Network Engineer I designs, implements, and maintains the organization’s network infrastructure, configuring and supporting network hardware and software to ensure the performance, security, and reliability of LAN, WAN, and WLAN environments. The role includes troubleshooting network issues, enforcing security policies, conducting capacity planning and performance tuning, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business operations and technological improvements. The position works with technologies including Cisco, Aruba, Palo Alto, and unified communications systems. It also involves maintaining network documentation, monitoring availability and performance, performing network maintenance, providing technical support, coordinating with vendors, and researching technologies that can improve network performance and security. The employee is expected to work independently, manage multiple tasks, maintain confidentiality, and fulfill responsibilities outside normal business hours when necessary. Nabors is a global provider of technology for the energy industry, with operations in about 20 countries. The company describes its work as supporting safe, efficient, and responsible hydrocarbon production and enabling the transition to a lower-carbon world. Candidates must already be authorized to work full-time in the United States; Nabors does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in related planning, analysis, configuration, installation, systems management, and coordination work.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, MIS, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Proficiency in network protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, and OSPF.
Hands-on experience with network hardware such as routers, switches, and firewalls.
Familiarity with network monitoring and diagnostic tools.
Technical knowledge of networks, network topologies, and troubleshooting techniques.
Knowledge of network provider services, routing protocol options, and LAN/WAN principles.
Understanding of distributed systems architecture and multiple technical disciplines.
Ability to resolve network server or infrastructure issues and manage performance and capacity in WLAN, LAN, and WAN environments.
Understanding of enterprise business processes, business-unit functions, and cross-group dependencies.
Ability to conduct feasibility studies and prepare client proposals, estimates, statistical reports, and cost-benefit analyses.
Ability to develop efficient and effective standard solutions for business requirements.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills.
Initiative to bring projects to completion with minimal supervision.
Ability to fulfill responsibilities after normal business hours when necessary.
Ability to handle multiple diverse tasks simultaneously and manage competing priorities.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to perform duties according to company policies, procedures, and quality objectives; make decisions within scope and escalate issues as appropriate.
Accountability for work quality, accuracy, and timeliness, including reporting relevant risks and nonconformities.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the employer does not provide work visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field; a master’s degree or relevant certifications are a plus.
Industry certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE, Aruba Certified Network Professional (ACNP), or CompTIA Network+/Security+.
Five or more years of progressive network engineering experience, including hands-on experience with Cisco, Aruba, and Palo Alto technologies.
Experience managing enterprise-scale networks, including SD-WAN, DMVPN, and satellite communications.
Experience with SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor or similar monitoring and diagnostic tools.
Strong understanding of distributed-systems network architecture, including LAN/WAN and unified communications systems such as Cisco Call Manager, Unity, and MeetingPlace.
Familiarity with network capacity planning, performance tuning, and feasibility studies.
Experience working in cross-functional IT teams and collaborating with security operations, vendors, and external partners.
Demonstrated ability to develop and enforce network policies, security protocols, and documentation standards.
Experience supporting mission-critical systems and availability to work outside normal business hours when necessary.
Track record of delivering innovative solutions aligned with business requirements in a complex enterprise environment.
Broad familiarity with Aruba SD-WAN, Cisco switching and routing, Palo Alto firewalls, unified communications, Unity unified messaging, MeetingPlace, Cisco and Aruba access points, DMVPN, satellite communications, and SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor.

Responsibilities

Implement and support network architecture based on organizational needs.
Configure network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers.
Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams and procedures.
Monitor network performance, availability, and reliability.
Troubleshoot and resolve network issues to minimize downtime.
Perform network maintenance, including patches, upgrades, and security configurations.
Implement and maintain measures to protect network data and communications.
Enforce network security policies and procedures, and collaborate with security teams on compliance with industry standards.
Provide technical support and training to users and IT staff.
Coordinate with vendors and external partners to resolve problems and procure equipment.
Research and recommend technologies to improve network performance and security.
Conduct capacity planning and performance tuning.
Prepare feasibility studies, client proposals, cost, time, and resource estimates, statistical reports, and cost-benefit analyses.
Develop effective standard solutions aligned with business requirements.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive data and work within company policies, procedures, and quality objectives.
Make decisions within the scope of work, escalate issues as needed, and collaborate with stakeholders to support operational effectiveness.
Maintain the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of work; report nonconformities or risks that may affect quality, legal compliance, safety, the environment, or customer satisfaction.
Support and participate in achieving organizational QHSE objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned.