Network Engineer III

The Friedkin Group • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Network Engineer III will support the organization’s enterprise data network. Role will strive towards and attain subject matter expertise on enterprise network platform and support the enterprise as part of a highly skilled network team. Will work in daily operations support and project roles. This role will serve as a pivotal member of the network team. This role will provide design and architectural support, serve as a point of escalation for all network related issues, and be expected to mentor team members in expertise gained as well as learn from other team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• At least 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in the following:
• Aruba and Cisco switching/routing/VXLAN
• Aruba wireless in both office and manufacturing facilities, including using Aruba Central to drive the best into our products
• Automation and AI-Driven tools to bring the best products to our customers
• Citrix NetScaler Load Balancing including GSLB
• Fortinet FortiGate firewalls and SDWAN
• IPSec Site-to-site VPNs, both dynamic and static, with SDWAN on FortiGate firewalls
• Network monitoring and management (Solarwinds, FortiManager, Ansible, and Fabric Composer preferred)

Nice To Haves

• CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional Preferred
• NSE6 or CCSA Preferred

Responsibilities

• Deploy and support large, complex enterprise network infrastructure—including routers, switches, wireless systems, load balancers, and other mission-critical network devices Deploy and support large, complex firewall/VPN infrastructures.
• Support scalable, resilient network solutions that meet performance, security, and operational standards, demonstrating deep expertise in networking concepts, protocols, and technologies (e.g., BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, QoS, multicast, STP, SD-WAN).
• Participate in modernization of the network through automation, orchestration, and practical AI-driven capabilities.
• Plan and execute network changes with precision to achieve minimal downtime and seamless user impact.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and perform root-cause analysis to maintain network performance and stability.
• Collaborate closely with peers, cross-functional teams, and internal customers to design solutions, drive alignment, and resolve complex issues.
• Communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating needs into actionable network strategies.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, vendor platforms, and emerging technologies to continuously improve the environment.

Benefits

• Career Growth: Advance your career with opportunities for leadership and personal development.
• Culture of Excellence: Be part of a supportive team that values your input and encourages innovation.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that looks after both your professional and personal needs.
• Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, retirement plans, and generous paid leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees