Senior Network Administrator
Newpark Resources, Inc.

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WHY JOIN NEWPARK?
One of Newpark's Core Values is Excellence. It means we are committed to delivering value through performance, innovation and service quality and that commitment starts with YOU! Newpark is a place where you can challenge yourself in new and exciting ways and work in an environment that supports and values you. Here at Newpark we are committed to finding, developing, retaining, and rewarding the very best and providing an environment where our employees can grow both professionally and personally.

WHO WE ARE Newpark was founded in 1932 as a mining company in Park City, Utah and is now headquartered in The Woodlands, TX. We have grown into a global Technology leader in not only the oil and gas market but many others as well. We are focused in 3 areas that include Fluids Systems, Mats & Integrated Services, and Industrial Minerals. We have a footprint in over 20 countries throughout North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific and we employ over2,000 employees.

WHAT WE DO Newpark is changing the paradigm in the industries we serve, developing new ways to help customers drive operating efficiencies while working in harmony with the environment and improving community relations.
Newpark Fluids Systems provides value-added fluids solutions, products, and services to thousands of wells around the world.
Excalibar Minerals is a quality processor and supplier of industrial minerals. Our main advantage over competitors is our ability to offer direct import capabilities to key geographic regions we work in.
Newpark Mats& Integrated Servicesprovides leading edge matting solutions and worksite construction services to diverse industry segments around the globe.

WHAT WE VALUE We maintain an unwavering commitment to act in accordance with our Core Values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, and Accountability which ensure our customers receive the best products and services we can offer and that you experience a safe workplace where you can thrive:

Safety - Protecting each other like family while sustaining the environment in which we work. .
Integrity - Acting honestly, ethically, and responsibly in all aspects of our business.
Respect - Dealing fairly and openly with employees, customers, suppliers and community.
Excellence - Delivering value through performance, innovation and service quality.
Accountability - Using good judgment and taking responsibility for our actions.

Essential Functions The Senior Network Administrator provides design and support for the global Newpark data, collaboration, and video infrastructure. Design includes research, definition, configuration, testing and implementation of various technologies and solutions. Support is provided to all lines of business for both internal and external network requirements. Employee works independently on major, complex projects with full competency. Employee coordinates with both technical and non-technical staff and vendors on integrated voice and data applications. Will also provide guidance and training to junior staff.
• Resolves complex networking problems with full competency requiring no supervision. • Produce network design documents both High-Level Designs (HLD) & Low-Level Designs (LLDs) in accordance with the approved network design architecture.
• Provides required documentation and participates in architecture reviews to ensure that the solutions comply with industry standards and use approved technologies.
• Develops, updates and audits network documentation.
• Technology roadmap development, management, and maintenance.
• Documenting and updating all network infrastructure and supported business processes.
• Provides technical training and direction to team members. Mentors lower-level network engineers.
• Participates in long-term network design discussions.
• Ability to understand a customer's business needs and translate needs into IT specific requirements.
• Makes recommendations clearly linked to the organization's strategy and financial goals, reflecting an awareness of external dynamics.
• Demonstrates awareness by providing clear explanations for actions taken relative to customer requirements, needs and industry trends.
• Identifies the ongoing needs of internal and/or external clients. Ensures these needs are met or exceeded.
• Applies quality assurance testing concepts and methodologies. Constructs comprehensive test plans based on a thorough understanding of business requirements.
• Anticipates, identifies, and defines problems. Seeks root causes. Develops and implements practical and timely solutions.
• Places team needs and priorities above personal needs. Involves others in making decisions that affect them.

Education & Experience Requirements Bachelors Degree in Computer Science (educational equivalent), or 9 year's relevant work experience AND 5 years experience in an enterprise environment. CCNP or CCIE preferred. Advanced knowledge of CyberSecurity solutions. Advanced understanding of unified communication including telephony, VOIP, video conferencing, instant messaging, email, etc. Advanced knowledge of LAN, WAN hardware. Exposure to LINUX/UNIX. Advanced understanding of firewall administration products. Project Management experience. Position Summary Supports network services including unified communications and collaboration tools including telephony, VOIP, web-conferencing and instant messaging applications. Responsible for vendor and data center management. Manages projects related to cybersecurity and disaster recovery. May train lower level personnel. How To Apply Register to create an account then search for the vacancy. Click Apply to complete your application online.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Newpark and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, sexual orientation, disability, military service/veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. For more information on Equal Employment Opportunity, please click here .

Newpark Resources, Inc. is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Manager, HR Governance & Compliance at HRcompliance@newpark.com .

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