GTN Technical Staffing · 11 hours ago
Network Field Engineer
Baytown, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$90K/yr - $130K/yr
7+ years expGTN Technical Staffing is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support and enhance a large-scale enterprise LAN/WAN environment. The role focuses on Cisco networking and Palo Alto firewall technologies, requiring hands-on support and frequent travel to operational facilities across Texas and Louisiana.
Field SupportInformation TechnologyRecruitingStaffing Agency
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Jaryd Wilson
Responsibilities
Design, implement, configure, and maintain enterprise LAN/WAN infrastructure
Perform Tier 2–3 troubleshooting across routing, switching, firewalls, and WAN technologies
Support and maintain routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, and NAT/PAT
Implement and support VPN connectivity and remote site networking
Lead and support network upgrades, expansions, and technology refresh initiatives
Participate in hardware and software installations, integration testing, and validation
Provide hands-on support for Cisco routing, switching, and network security platforms
Configure, manage, and optimize Palo Alto firewalls and security policies
Support firewall rule development, deployment, and ongoing tuning
Troubleshoot complex network and security issues across on-prem and remote sites
Travel to operational and production facilities across Texas and Louisiana
Work comfortably in industrial and plant environments
Respond to emergency network incidents and participate in on-call rotations as needed
Build strong in-person relationships with site personnel and operations teams
Apply network security best practices across routing, switching, and firewall platforms
Support Industrial Control System (ICS) security practices aligned with NIST SP 800-82
Follow applicable safety, regulatory, and environmental standards
Partner with stakeholders to ensure secure and reliable network operations
Coordinate with telecom carriers and network vendors to deliver projects on time and on budget
Serve as a technical liaison between IT, operations, and business stakeholders
Participate in planning sessions and project meetings representing network operations
Work independently with minimal supervision on assigned initiatives
Mentor junior network team members and share technical expertise
Partner with management to prioritize initiatives aligned with business objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in MIS, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
7–10 years of experience supporting enterprise LAN/WAN environments
Strong hands-on experience with Cisco routing, switching, and firewall technologies
Solid understanding of routing, switching, and network security fundamentals
Experience supporting or securing Industrial Control Systems (ICS) environments
Strong communication and customer-facing skills
Ability to multitask and adapt in dynamic, operational environments
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Preferred
CCNP and/or PCNSE certifications
Hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama
Experience with Aruba wireless infrastructure and Aruba ClearPass
Experience with SolarWinds, ServiceNow, or similar monitoring and ticketing tools
Familiarity with formal change management processes
Prior experience in oil & gas, energy, or industrial environments
Benefits
Company-provided vehicle for field travel
Hands-on role supporting mission-critical infrastructure
Strong emphasis on safety, reliability, and operational excellence
Excellent opportunity for long-term technical growth and advancement
Company
GTN Technical Staffing
GTN Technical Staffing identifies, screens, and recruits information technology professionals.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jim Bright
Vice President, Sales
Greg Smith
President
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