Networking Analyst

Diamondback Energy•Midland, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Network Administrator II is responsible for assisting with analyzing, designing, installing, configuring, maintaining, and repairing network infrastructure and application components. This position performs a wide variety of tasks such as evaluation, maintenance, and training to ensure the computer network performance meets company and user satisfaction. This position also provides information and recommendations regarding network configurations and installations. The Network Administrator II will assist the network team with ensuring the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the in-house information systems that support core organizational functions.

Requirements

Minimum of five (5+) years of experience in IT infrastructure OR Minimum of three (3+) years of experience in IT infrastructure AND an Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, or related field
Minimum of two (2+) years of experience in network administration/engineering
Familiarity and exposure to technical concepts in data, video, and voice services
Knowledge of networking systems, protocols and operations
Ability to travel to other work sites as needed
Ability to work off-hours as needed

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field preferred
At least five (5+) years of experience in network design, monitoring, troubleshooting and optimization on both the LAN and WAN
Experience with any of the following is preferred: Microsoft Server Operating Systems, WAN optimization, remote access technologies, storage networking, wireless, and virtualization
Experience with Cisco Nexus Dashboard Controller / VXLAN
Experience with Meraki Switching / Wireless / SDWAN
Previous Oil and Gas industry experience

Responsibilities

Support the design, configuration, and maintenance of Layer 2 and Layer 3 network environments across multiple locations
Assist in building and supporting physical and virtual network/server infrastructure (IP schemes, DNS, VLANs, load balancing, etc.)
Maintain working knowledge of networking protocols and technologies (BGP, OSPF, QoS, VLANs, TCP/UDP)
Support LAN/WAN environments including wired, wireless, and VXLAN technologies
Assist with configuration of wired/wireless networks, including secure access (802.1x, BYOD, guest networks)
Support setup and maintenance of firewalls, routing, and switching infrastructure
Install, configure, and maintain network and telecommunications systems and software
Troubleshoot and resolve network, hardware, software, and communication system issues
Monitor network performance and implement improvements to ensure reliability and efficiency
Provide technical support, follow standard procedures, and assist with deployments and occasional travel/on-call support