Network Administrator I

TransCore (TRN), a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is seeking a full-time Network Administrator I to join our team in Houston, Texas.

Job Summary: The Network Administrator provides hands-on operational work for network and Windows-based infrastructure supporting day-to-day operations and active project deployments. This role helps address ongoing workload demands, reduce risk to project timelines, and maintain stability across the staging lab, and project environments. The Network Administrator works closely with internal teams on Cisco-based network infrastructure and firewall connectivity, including environments using Palo Alto firewalls. Responsibilities include network configuration, troubleshooting, and system changes, as well as assisting with project-related work and environment builds as needed. This role involves a mix of day-to-day operational work and project support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Support and maintain Layer 2/3 network infrastructure, including switches, firewalls, and VPN connectivity.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco networking hardware (Catalyst switches, ASA or equivalent).
• Assist with firewall rule changes and IPsec tunnel configuration (Palo Alto experience a plus).
• Support Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and file/print services.
• Deploy and support Windows-based servers for internal applications and project environments.
• Participate in cross-layer troubleshooting involving networking, servers, and application connectivity.
• Assist with lab and staging environment builds to support project delivery.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure operational stability and timely issue resolution.

Requirements and Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong understanding of VLANs, routing, trunking, and basic switching concepts.
• Hands-on experience with firewall configuration and VPN connectivity.
• Experience supporting Windows Server (2016 or newer).
• Working knowledge of PowerShell for basic administration and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with SQL Server installations and connectivity requirements.
• Experience operating in change-controlled environments.
• Networking or Microsoft certifications (CCNA, Network+, MCSA, Azure Admin) a plus.
• Exposure to virtualization platforms (VMware or Hyper-V).
• Familiarity with automation or scripting tools.
• Experience supporting multi-tier application environments.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Physical Demands/Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and moving traffic.

* TransCore complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities.