Job Summary:
VoltaGrid is seeking a highly skilled Sr. Network Engineer to join their team in Houston, TX. This role is integral to designing, implementing, and optimizing the network infrastructure to support organizational growth and ensure reliable connectivity.
Responsibilities:
โข Design, deploy, and support advanced network solutions using Fortinet security and networking platforms (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiAP, FortiSwitch, etc.).
โข Architect secure, resilient, and scalable network infrastructures across VoltaGrid environments.
โข Configure and manage firewalls, SD-WAN, IPS/IDS, VPN solutions, and segmentation strategies.
โข Implement and optimize routing and switching (OSPF, BGP, static routing, VLANs, Layer 2/3 architectures).
โข Serve as Tier 3 escalation point for complex network issues across customer environments.
โข Troubleshoot end-to-end connectivity, performance, security, and routing problems.
โข Perform packet captures, flow analysis, and deep-dive diagnostics across multi-vendor platforms.
โข Ensure networks follow security best practices, including segmentation, hardening, and secure remote access.
โข Configure and maintain security profiles (web filtering, application control, AV, IPS/IDS, SSL inspection).
โข Assist with compliance initiatives as they relate to secure networking design.
โข Present architecture recommendations, roadmaps, and project deliverables in a clear and professional manner.
โข Provide written documentation, network diagrams, post-migration reports, and runbooks.
โข Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required:
โข Minimum of (5) five yearsโ experience in network engineer roles.
โข Fortinet NSE certifications (NSE 4, NSE 5, NSE 6, or NSE 7).
โข Cisco certifications (CCNP Security, CCNP Enterprise, etc.).
โข Deep expertise in Fortinet platforms (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer).
โข Strong proficiency in networking: routing, switching, VLANs, VPN, SD-WAN, wireless, and network security.
โข Experience with Cisco firewalls, routers, switches, and wireless solutions.
โข Extensive hands-on experience with network troubleshooting, performance tuning, and packet-level analysis.
โข Ability to travel 20-30% Annually.
โข Ability to support emergency network outages evenings and weekends.
โข Ability to organize, schedule, and prioritize departmental and individual work to meet various schedules and objectives.
โข Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes, with the ability to identify and resolve sophisticated issues/problems.
Company:
VoltaGrid is ushering in a new era of power generation and permanently changing the landscape of mobile power. Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Bellaire, USA, with a team of 201-500 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.