Sr. Network Engineer

Posted 2 Days Ago
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Houston, TX, USA
In-Office
100K-100K Annually
Senior level
Logistics
The Role
Designs, operates, and improves enterprise LAN, WAN, wireless, VPN, SD-WAN, firewall, and related infrastructure. Responsibilities include monitoring connectivity, capacity planning, network troubleshooting, incident ownership, root-cause analysis, documentation, infrastructure implementation, and coordination with internal teams and third-party providers. The role also supports Windows networking services, backup technologies, and Agile operational practices while maintaining on-site availability.
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Essential Job Functions

  • Design, operate, and continuously improve LAN, WAN, and wireless networks
  • Strong knowledge of LAN/WAN fundamentals, including TCP/IP, VLANs, Routing protocols, SDWAN, and wireless technologies
  • Monitor and maintain all network / WAN connectivity to support efficient branch office communications and perform capacity planning.
  • Collaborate with other network staff to find solutions to networking issues.
  • Propose design improvements, make recommendations, and perform implementations to achieve best practices.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics clearly to a range of audiences.
  • Interact with internal clients to resolve issues; communicate with internal clients in a professional manner maintaining discretion.
  • Deep understanding of physical network infrastructure, such as MDF/IDF design, cabling, optics, and circuit provisioning.
  • Coordinate with 3rd party support on complex infrastructure issues and serve as incident owner through full incident lifecycle including reporting, researching, resolution, RCA and lessons learned.
  • Operate enterprise remote access solutions such as SSL VPNs, SASE, SS
  • Other duties as assigned

Other Skills & Abilities

  • Strong understanding of all aspects of design and implementation of corporate networking and systems infrastructure, including SDWAN, MPLS, VPN, DMVPN, network connectivity, Internet access, email, servers, etc.
  • Strong knowledge and Hands on experience in configuring BGP, OSPF, IPSEC site to site VPN, DMPVN, VoIP, HSRP, NAT, SDWAN templates and service policies.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with IPSEC VPN technology from multiple vendors
  • Wireless Access Points and wireless security protocols such as EAP with RADIUS
  • Able to troubleshoot network issues from network connectivity, routing, and firewall issues.
  • Produce and maintain excellent documentation.
  • Capacity planning
  • Microsoft Windows Server operating systems
  • DNS and DHCP in a global Windows environment
  • Proficient with backup and restore technologies and best practices
  • Agile project management and operational practice

Physical Requirements

  • Talking, hearing and using hands to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other computer components
  •  Sitting for extended periods of time
  •  Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
  • Job will require punctual attendance and regular presence on-site at the assigned work location

Education & Experience

  • 10+ years’ experience in related IT infrastructure
  • Firewall experience (Required), Fortinet experience is a plus
  • SASE, SSE experience
  • Scripting skills are a plus (Ansible, Python)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

  • Professional certification may be required in some areas 

WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE?

At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

We offer:

  • Quarterly Incentive Plan
  • 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
  • Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
  • Employee Referral Bonuses
  • Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
  • Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
  • Employee Discounts
  • Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.

More Information: http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify 

Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.

Qualifications Education Required High School or better. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Skills Required

  • 10+ years of experience in related IT infrastructure
  • Strong knowledge of LAN/WAN fundamentals, TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols, SD-WAN, and wireless technologies
  • Experience designing and implementing corporate networking and systems infrastructure
  • Hands-on experience configuring BGP, OSPF, IPsec site-to-site VPN, DMVPN, VoIP, HSRP, NAT, SD-WAN templates, and service policies
  • Firewall experience
  • SASE and SSE experience
  • Experience with wireless access points and EAP/RADIUS wireless security protocols
  • Experience troubleshooting network connectivity, routing, and firewall issues
  • Experience with Microsoft Windows Server, DNS, and DHCP in a global Windows environment
  • Proficiency with backup and restore technologies and best practices
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to produce and maintain excellent documentation
  • Professional certification may be required in some areas
  • Fortinet experience
  • Scripting skills, including Ansible or Python
  • Agile project management and operational practice experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent
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The Company
HQ: Houston, TX
1,909 Employees
Year Founded: 2008

What We Do

Crane Worldwide Logistics provides top-class logistics solutions. Whether you're looking for Supply Chain Management, Freight Forwarding, Air Freight, Ocean Freight (FCL & LCL), Rail Freight, Trucking, Shipping, Warehousing, or Customs Brokerage, we are your nearby 3PL provider. Get a freight quote today.

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