Network Engineer - Information Technology

Fort Bend County • Richmond, TX

119d • $39 - $49

About The Position

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the 'quality of life' for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here! 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science related field or High School/GED and four years of relevant professional experience.
• 5 years hands-on experience configuring and managing Cisco switches, routers and firewalls.
• Advanced Network knowledge of Cisco technology, protocols and security systems.
• 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.
• Availability to be on call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Participate 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.
• Perform advanced diagnostics, identify, analyze, and initiate resolutions as third level support of all LAN/WAN.
• Recommend and implement LAN/WAN policies and standards.
• Work with outside vendor services to ensure support contracts are adhered to.
• Administer proactive network security measures.
• Research and recommend technology for long-range network capacity planning.
• Be on call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week to respond to network related problems and outages.
• Participate in activities related to emergency management during a local state of disaster.

Benefits

• Membership in the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS).
• Wide-range of great benefits for full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees