Network Engineer

Overview

• Participates in the design of Fort Bend County's local, wide area and wireless hardware and software network infrastructure, support both data and voice over IP traffic.
• Perform or oversee network installations.
• Maintain, proactively monitor and document all county networks, VLANs and routing configurations using advanced Cisco, equipment, network operating systems and networking protocols.
• Performs advanced diagnostics, identifies, analyzes, and initiates resolutions as third level support of all LAN/WAN in support of both local and remote network connectivity devices.
• Recommends and implements LAN/WAN policies and standards to ensure adherence to approved security and disaster recovery procedures.
• Work with outside vendor services to ensure that support contracts are adhered to and services are provided in an efficient and timely manner.
• Administer proactive network security measures through the use of advanced Cisco Adaptive Security Appliances and other advanced Enterprise level equipment as appropriate.
• Research and recommend technology in support of long-range network capacity planning to assist IT management in planning for future needs in hardware, software and service acquisition to maintain acceptable service levels for customers.
• On call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week to respond to network related problems and outages.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED; Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science related field.
• (High School/GED and four years of relevant professional experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's Degree.)
• 5 years hands-on experience configuring and managing Cisco switches, routers and firewalls.
• Advanced Network knowledge of Cisco technology, protocols and security systems in a converged network environment which encompasses local, wide area, wireless and VoIP applications.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills; interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, vendors, other employees and elected officials.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) preferred.

SALARY RANGE: $38.90-$48.62 range per hour

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38.90 - $48.62 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call

Experience:

• Cisco networking: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Richmond, TX 77469