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Apptad- Network SME

Apptad- Network SME

Apptad Inc: Houston, TX, United States
21 hours ago
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Job description

Job Title : Network SME

Location : Houston, TX - Onsite

Mode : Contract (6+ Months) Onsite

Job Description :

Key Responsibilities :

  • Design and implement network infrastructure for real estate projects including new facilities (Greenfield), expansions, relocations, co-locations, and other transformation activities.
  • Collaborate with project managers to support technical design and execution of network solutions aligned with organizational standards.
  • Deploy and configure network components including (but not limited to) :

Local Area Network (LAN)

  • Wireless LAN (WLAN)
  • Wide Area Network (WAN)
  • Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN)
  • Routers, switches, firewalls, wireless controllers, and access points
  • Prepare detailed Bill of Materials (BoM) based on site layouts and infrastructure standards.
  • Ensure adherence to organizational network standards and best practices during implementation.
  • Execute network upgrades and enhancements as part of approved real estate projects.
  • Maintain accurate and complete documentation for all network deliverables, including Transition-to-Operations (TTO) records.
  • Participate in site surveys, installations, configuration management, and ongoing maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure.
  • Support additional network-related tasks as required by evolving real estate programs.

    • Qualifications :

  • Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in network and infrastructure implementation within real estate or facilities projects.
  • Strong understanding of passive and active network components and their integration into physical environments.

    • Technical Skills :

  • Deep knowledge of networking fundamentals : routing, switching, subnetting, VLANs, STP, VTP, TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP.
  • Proven experience in network design and implementation, including resilient topologies and SD-WAN solutions.
  • Hands-on experience with major networking platforms such as Cisco, Arista, and Palo Alto.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity principles including firewalls, VPNs, and secure network design.
  • Scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, Ruby, Perl) for network task automation.
  • Ability to design physical and logical network layouts based on site plans and MEP diagrams for offices, workshop, or industrial environments.
  • Experience across full project lifecycle including planning, deployment, and operational transition.

    • Soft Skills :

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in fast-paced environments.

    • Education & Certifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Professional certifications preferred :

    • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
  • CompTIA Network+
  • Advanced certifications such as CCIE or JNCIE-ENT are a plus
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