Infrastructure Specialist (Houston, TX)

Tetra Tech Inc

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Architectural Design, BGP Routing Protocol, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Consulting, Customer Relations, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Driver's License, Establish Priorities, Firewalls, Follow Through, HSRP (Hot Standby Router Protocol), High Availability, IP Addressing, IPsec (IP Security), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Local Area Network (LAN), Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Windows Azure, Multitasking, Network Connectivity, Network Design, Network Operations Center, Network Routing, Network Switching, Open Shortest Path First Protocol (OSPF), Process Improvement, Professional Services, Project/Program Management, Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP), Remote Access, Routing Protocols, Spanning Tree Protocols, Stock Purchase Plans, System Integration (SI), System Operations, Team Player, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network), VMWare, VPN (Virtual Private Network), VRRP (Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol), Validation Plan, Virtualization, Wide Area Network (WAN), Wireless Communications
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

We are seeking a Senior Infrastructure Specialist to support the design, implementation, troubleshooting, and support of enterprise and industrial infrastructure environments across multiple client projects.

This is a senior-level technical role for someone who can operate independently in a fast-paced professional services environment and contribute across architecture, technical design, implementation, documentation, and advanced troubleshooting. The role is heavily focused on network and infrastructure systems that support operational technology and critical infrastructure environments, including data centers, industrial facilities, utility-related systems, and remote connectivity.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Lead the architecture, design, implementation, and ongoing support of infrastructure solutions across multiple concurrent client projects.
  • Design, deploy, and troubleshoot routed and switched network environments for enterprise, industrial, and critical infrastructure systems.
  • Perform advanced troubleshooting across routing, switching, firewall, wireless, LTE/cellular, cloud, remote access, and general infrastructure connectivity issues.
  • Support infrastructure modernization, upgrades, expansions, migrations, and cutovers with a focus on reliability, maintainability, and operational continuity.
  • Build and maintain standardized configurations, templates, and support processes to improve consistency across projects and client environments.
  • Collaborate with internal team members, project managers, cybersecurity personnel, field teams, and client stakeholders to deliver high-quality technical outcomes.
  • Support environments requiring resilient and secure communications, including high-availability designs, WAN connectivity, VPNs, and remote site connectivity.
  • Support LAN, WAN, and wireless infrastructure design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
  • Support Azure and/or AWS infrastructure and networking environments.
  • Develop network designs including IP addressing schemes, segmentation strategies, and resilient architecture patterns.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including logical and physical network diagrams, Visio drawings, implementation plans, cut sheets, and as-built documentation.

Required Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of technical experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education, certifications, and hands-on technical experience
  • Advanced knowledge of routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, HSRP, and VRRP
  • Proficiency in switching technologies including VLANs, STP, RSTP, RPVST+, and VPC
  • Strong understanding of IPsec, VPN, and secure remote access technologies
  • Experience with LTE/cellular connectivity solutions
  • Strong packet analysis and troubleshooting capability using packet captures, routing validation, and protocol-level diagnostics
  • Strong technical documentation and diagramming skills, including Microsoft Visio
  • Ability to manage and prioritize work across multiple active projects and support efforts
  • Effective communication skills for both technical teams and clients
  • Strong ownership, follow-through, and attention to detail

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience in IT, OT, industrial, utility, power, or critical infrastructure environments
  • Experience with VMware, virtual networking, or virtualized infrastructure environments
  • Experience with Azure and/or AWS networking
  • Experience supporting multiple concurrent projects in a consulting, systems integration, or client-facing services environment
  • Cybersecurity experience, especially in segmentation, secure access design, firewall policy support, and infrastructure hardening
  • CISSP certification is a plus

Requirements:

  • Must have a valid driver's license and be authorized to work in the United States
  • Subject to a background check, as well as drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations .

Benefits:

  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Paid time off
  • Performance Bonus
  • Career Growth Opportunities and Training

WHY TETRA TECH

In addition to rewarding job opportunities and continuous growth, we offer an enjoyable working environment, where teamwork and respectful collaboration is highly valued. We offer the benefits of a midsized local office atmosphere backed by a large network of highly skilled professionals.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties.

Additional Information

  • Organization: 227 DSX

About the Company

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Tetra Tech Inc

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—16,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
FOUNDED
1966