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Entry Level Core Network Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX

MBR Partners

Core Network Support Engineer

Texas City, TX · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

... network problems. * Provide outage recovery assistance and perform root cause analysis (RCA). * Coordinate with internal engineering, product, and development teams to resolve technical issues.

SupplyHouse

Network Engineer

Houston, TX

$88K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Led by our core values of G enerosity, R espect, I nnovation, T eamwork, and GRIT, we're dedicated ... We are looking for a Network Engineer to join our IT Infrastructure & Network Engineering Team.

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SEG MANUFACTURING INC

Network Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About the Role The Network Engineer is responsible for configuring, deploying, maintaining ... Configure, manage, and troubleshoot core network infrastructure including firewalls, Wi-Fi, SD-WAN ...

ExxonMobil

Network Security Engineer

Spring, TX · On-site

$96K - $131K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

What role you will play in our team As a Network Security Engineer, you will play a critical role ... our core categories of health, security, finance, and life. We offer you: * Pension Plan:

ExxonMobil

Network Security Engineer

Spring, TX · On-site

$96K - $131K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

What role you will play in our team As a Network Security Engineer, you will play a critical role ... our core categories of health, security, finance, and life. We offer you: * Pension Plan:

ExxonMobil

Network Security Engineer

Spring, TX · On-site

$88K - $121K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

What role you will play in our team As a Network Security Engineer, you will play a critical role ... our core categories of health, security, finance, and life. We offer you: * Pension Plan:

RoviSys

Entry Level Engineer/Developer

Houston, TX · On-site

$80K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Responsibilities Entry Level Position: College Graduate - 2 years experience RoviSys offers a broad ... Network customer systems, Controllers, HMI PC's, Field mounted instruments and Process Skids to ...

RoviSys

Entry Level Engineer/Developer

Houston, TX

$80K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... success! Entry Level Position: College Graduate - 2 years experience RoviSys offers a broad ... Network customer systems, Controllers, HMI PC's, Field mounted instruments and Process Skids to ...

RoviSys

Entry Level Engineer/Developer

Houston, TX · On-site

$80 - $82/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Responsibilities Entry Level Position: College Graduate - 2 years experience RoviSys offers a broad ... Network customer systems, Controllers, HMI PC's, Field mounted instruments and Process Skids to ...

RoviSys

Entry Level Engineer/Developer

Houston, TX

$80K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Responsibilities Entry Level Position: College Graduate - 2 years experience RoviSys offers a broad ... Network customer systems, Controllers, HMI PC's, Field mounted instruments and Process Skids to ...

NAES

Network Systems Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$98K - $113K/yr

  • Retirement

The position is responsible for maintaining core enterprise systems, troubleshooting and ... Hands-on experience in network engineering, administration, or related roles. * Experience ...

NAES

Network Systems Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$98K - $113K/yr

  • Retirement

The position is responsible for maintaining core enterprise systems, troubleshooting and ... Hands-on experience in network engineering, administration, or related roles. * Experience ...

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How much do entry level core network engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level core network engineer in Houston, TX is $104,130.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $127,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Core Network Engineer vs Network Support Technician?

AspectEntry Level Core Network EngineerNetwork Support Technician
CertificationsCCNA, CompTIA Network+CompTIA A+, Network+ (optional)
Work EnvironmentDesign, implement, and troubleshoot core network infrastructureMaintain and support existing network systems
ResponsibilitiesConfigure routers/switches, assist in network designMonitor network performance, resolve connectivity issues

Entry Level Core Network Engineers focus on designing and implementing core network infrastructure, requiring certifications like CCNA. In contrast, Network Support Technicians primarily support and troubleshoot existing networks. Both roles often work in similar environments but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Entry Level Core Network Engineer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Entry Level Core Network Engineer job openings in Houston, TX as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,130 per year, or $50.1 per hour.

Core Network Support Engineer

MBR Partners

Texas City, TX • On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Customer Support Engineer
Reports To: Regional Support Manager

Position Summary
The Customer Support Engineer is responsible for providing technical support and maintaining strong customer relationships across the region. This role serves as the primary owner of customer support cases, managing issues from initial diagnosis through resolution while ensuring compliance with service level agreements (SLAs). The successful candidate will combine strong telecommunications expertise with excellent customer service, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities
Customer Support & Incident Management
•Deliver exceptional customer support and maintain high customer satisfaction.
•Own customer support requests from start to finish, ensuring timely resolution and SLA compliance.
•Troubleshoot and resolve complex customer issues independently and collaboratively.
•Work directly with customer technical teams to identify, isolate, and resolve system and network problems.
•Provide outage recovery assistance and perform root cause analysis (RCA).
•Coordinate with internal engineering, product, and development teams to resolve technical issues.
•Participate in customer-facing review meetings and provide regular updates on open cases.
•Assist customers with maintenance activities, software upgrades, patching, and system updates in lab and production environments.
•Participate in an on-call support rotation, including after-hours support as required.
Technical Operations
•Install, configure, test, upgrade, and maintain telecommunications solutions.
•Recreate and analyze customer issues in a lab environment.
•Utilize case management systems to document activities, action plans, and status updates.
•Ensure adherence to established support processes and procedures.
•Make timely and effective decisions in high-pressure environments.
Documentation & Knowledge Management
•Create and maintain technical documentation, including Methods of Procedure (MOPs).
•Contribute to internal and customer-facing knowledge base articles.
•Support continuous process improvement initiatives and operational excellence.

Technical Skills
Hands-on experience with one or more of the following:
•HSS
•HLR (including SDM)
•STP
•DNS/ENUM
•Number Portability (NP)
•DRA
•Signaling Firewall
•Centralized Routing Engine

Knowledge of at least two of the following protocols:
•SS7
•Diameter
•SIP
•DNS
•ENUM
Strong understanding of:
•SCTP, TCP, and UDP networking protocols
•Basic SSL/TLS concepts
•Linux administration and troubleshooting
Experience using:

•Wireshark
•Signaling simulators
•Ticketing/CRM tools such as Salesforce, Jira, or similar platforms
Familiarity with virtualization and cloud technologies, including:
•NFV
•OpenStack
•KVM
•VMware
•AWS
•Ansible
•Containers
•Kubernetes
Communication Skills
•Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
•Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to customers and internal stakeholders.
•Strong presentation and customer engagement skills.
•Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments and teams.
Personal Attributes
•Customer-focused with a commitment to service excellence.
•Self-motivated and able to work independently.
•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•Calm and effective under pressure.
•Adaptable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
•Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
•Results-driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
•Team player who builds trust and positive cross-functional relationships.
•Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
•Passionate about continuous improvement and learning.
•Leads by example and contributes positively to team success.
Must be a US citizen - No work permit solutions