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Sr. IT Network Engineer (A Group IT)-Houston,TX

Sr. IT Network Engineer (A Group IT)-Houston,TX

Q-Edge Corporation, FoxconnHouston, TX, US
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Purpose of the Position :

  • To design, implement, secure, maintain, and optimize the company's large-scale network and IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and performance.
  • To work with the IT operations team to manage security and compliance, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure that IT systems are aligned with business goals.
  • To provide expert-level support, incident response, and continuous improvement of the network environment.

Duties and Responsibilities :

  • 1.

    • IT Team Leadership & Collaboration :

  • Lead and mentor the IT operations team, enhancing technical skills and incident response.
  • Collaborate closely with production, management, and cross-functional teams to ensure IT systems meet business and operational requirements.
  • Coordinate IT priorities with departmental leaders to support company goals. 2.

    • Network Design, Implementation & Maintenance :

  • Design, set up, configure, and maintain secure, scalable, and redundant network infrastructures (WAN, LAN, VLAN, VPN) for large enterprises.
  • Perform regular maintenance on servers (physical / virtual, Windows / Linux) and network equipment (upgrades, patching, monitoring, troubleshooting).
  • Configure, manage, and troubleshoot firewalls (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet) and security devices (IPS / IDS, VPN).
  • Set up, manage, and optimize wireless networks and access points (Cisco, Ubiquiti, Aruba). 3.

    • Data Center & IT Infrastructure Management :

  • Oversee daily data center operations (hardware, networking, storage) and overall IT infrastructure (network, servers, storage).
  • Ensure maximum uptime, scalability, and security of infrastructure components.
  • Manage enterprise databases (SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle) for performance and optimization. 4.

    • Information Security & Compliance :

  • Develop, implement, and enforce IT security policies and best practices.
  • Manage data protection, access control, and cybersecurity measures.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR).
  • Conduct security audits and compliance assessments. 5.

    • Network Monitoring, Optimization & Documentation :

  • Continuously monitor network, server, and access point performance.
  • Proactively optimize network speed, reliability, and security.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date network documentation (configurations, diagrams, inventory). 6.

    • Incident Response & Recovery :

  • Lead response to network incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and implement preventative measures.
  • Provide on-call support as needed for critical issues.
  • Ensure efficient system recovery and business continuity. 7.

    • Continuous Improvement & Support :

  • Stay current with emerging network technologies, security trends, and best practices.
  • Propose and implement infrastructure improvements for enhanced security and efficiency.
  • Provide technical support, training, and guidance to teams and junior staff.

    • Education and Work Experience :

  • Education :  Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Network Engineering and Security, or a related field (Preferred).

    • Experience :

  • 10+ years of extensive experience in : Designing, setting up, and maintaining complex network infrastructures in large-scale environments.
  • Server setup, configuration, and maintenance (physical / virtual, Windows / Linux).
  • Firewall management and network security implementation.
  • IT infrastructure and data center operations management.
  • Manufacturing / Factory IT environment experience (Preferred).

    • Supervision :

  • Reporting to IT operation manager Working Conditions : Office-based role within a fast-paced environment.
  • Must be available for on-call support to respond to after-hours emergencies.
  • Availability to work non-core hours or overtime to complete projects or resolve critical issues without operational disruption.

    • Updated :

  • July 2025 Skills : Core Technical Expertise :  Advanced Networking (Design, WAN / LAN / VLAN / VPN), Firewalls (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet), Server Management (Windows / Linux), Virtualization (VMware / Hyper-V), Access Points (Cisco, Ubiquiti, Aruba), Database Management (SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle), High Availability / Uptime strategies.

    • Security & Compliance :

  • In-depth network security principles, intrusion detection / prevention, vulnerability management, monitoring tools, compliance standards (ISO 27001, GDPR).

    • Management & Soft Skills :

  • IT Team Leadership, Cross-functional Collaboration, Excellent Communication (English essential, Chinese Mandarin a plus), Organizational & Time Management, Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting, Incident Management, Project Management, Documentation.
  • Fluency in Mandarin Chinese is preferred due to frequent interactions with suppliers and internal teams in Taiwan / China.

    • Certifications (Preferred) :

  • Cisco CCNA / CCNP, CompTIA Network+, CISSP, CEH.
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