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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr Network IT Administrator MGT - **Company:** Seventy Seven Energy LLC - **Location:** Houston, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Apple IOS, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Spanning Tree Protocols, Cloud Computing, Data Centers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Monitoring of Systems, Network Security, Network Layer, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Simple Network Management Protocols, Syslog, Scripting, Google Cloud, Network Access Control, Nx-os, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Fortinet, Api Design, Firewall Services Module, Cisco - **Published:** August 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88042357/1 ## About the Role * Self-starter with desire to gain new knowledge and solve interesting problems. * Strong analytical, judgment, and problem-solving skills. * Proven experience developing, operating, and maintaining enterprise network solutions. * In-depth knowledge and understanding of network protocols, technologies, and principles: + Strong understanding of stateful firewall rules and NAT/PAT + Strong Layer 3 Skills with advanced experienced and knowledge of BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, ECMP, PBR + Strong Layer 2 Skills with advanced experience and knowledge of Spanning Tree protocols and standards + Fundamental Understanding of Cloud Networking including AWS, Azure, GCP + Layers 1-3 Competence - Design and Advanced Troubleshooting + AAA and associated protocols + IPAM, DHCP, DNS + Cisco Meraki, IOS, IOS-XE, NX-OS, ASA, FTD, AnyConnect + Palo Alto Firewalls, GlobalProtect, Fortinet + Solarwinds, SNMP Monitoring, Syslog * Wide breadth of technical knowledge across operating system, network, and monitoring technologies. * Strong written/verbal communication, complimented by presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to establish effective rapport at all levels of the organization. * Participate fully in all Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) initiatives and safety programs. * Ability to work under stress, meet multiple deadlines and maintain a calm and professional demeanor when adversity is encountered. * Display ability to interact effectively and courteously with all staff, management, and operations personnel; and, to answer all questions effectively in a pleasant and professional manner. * Contribute to project success through active, in-person collaboration with colleagues across departments. * Occasional domestic and international travel required (up to 25%). * Perform other duties as assigned. Demonstrated ability in the following competencies: * Build and Maintain Effective Relationships * Develop Self and Others * Technical and Business Acumen * Drive for Results * Customer focus * Decision Quality, * 7+ years of experience designing, building, maintaining, and operating critical network infrastructure * Demonstrable skills of advanced network protocols included in the Job Requirements section * Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization, both technical and non-technical., * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, or related field of study. * Fortinet NSE 4-7 Certification * Palo Alto PCNSE / PCNSA * Cisco CCNP/CCIE * Extreme Networks Certification * Experience with automation via scripting languages * Experience working with APIs. ## Description The Senior Network Administrator will report to the Network Infrastructure Manager and will be responsible for providing ongoing design, deployment, configuration, support, administration, and maintenance of various technological components that comprise the IT Network Infrastructure environment and supporting the combined entities within the Patterson-UTI enterprise., * Maintain strong knowledge of the latest network technologies within dynamically changing technical environments across the enterprise. * Design, implement, and maintain secure and scalable enterprise, data center, and cloud network infrastructures. * Works with multiple customers, stakeholders, and system owners to understand requirements, determine feasibility, analyze cost/benefits, and recommend design solution options. * Provides training, assistance, and technical support for users with varying levels of IT knowledge. * Completes routine preventative measures and maintains/monitors network security for all Patterson legal entities when needed. * Provides advanced level expertise (Tier III) on IT issues related to the network including wired, wireless and network access control. * Ensures company standards for network technologies are being followed, including proper performance and capacity requirements. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Better Together: Leveraging Your Observability Tools as a SIEM](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2118-better-together-leveraging-your-observability-tools-as-a-siem) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe)