Network Engineer

Canyon County•Caldwell, ID

24d•$72,488 - $86,062

About The Position

The Network Engineer co-designs, implements, configures, and maintains county-wide network infrastructure for data and voice communications, maintains network security, and deploys projects. The role identifies and recommends ways to optimize physical and wireless networks for effectiveness, reliability, efficiency, and security. Work is performed under the general direction of the Operations Manager, with considerable latitude for independent judgment and initiative. The position delivers network projects and administers network infrastructure, including LANs, WANs, VLANs, site-to-site VPNs, switches, routers, load balancers, wireless systems, firewalls, and network access controls. It also supports the county VoIP system and audio/visual systems, coordinates monitoring and troubleshooting, and oversees network patching and upgrades. The role includes maintaining inventories and access records, collaborating with technical staff, orienting new staff, and traveling locally for off-site installation and training. Evening and weekend work may be required in response to system needs.

Requirements

Considerable experience with enterprise network systems, including hardware, wiring, security, vendor management, contracts, policies, procedures, and product evaluation.
Extensive knowledge of Layer 1, 2, and 3 networking, including copper and fiber cabling, switches, wireless networks, VPN routers, firewalls, and related infrastructure.
Strong understanding of network topologies and protocols, including static, OSPF, and BGP routing, VLANs/VXLANs, and QoS.
Experience with next-generation firewall security, including advanced rules, advanced threat protection, intrusion detection and prevention, SSL interception, application control, and malware protection.
Experience with VPN technologies, VoIP and analog telephony systems, and network integration with server systems and Active Directory.
Ability to plan, manage, and track network projects, including move/add/change processes, workflow practices, and documentation.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively, maintain confidentiality, manage priorities, and provide professional customer service.
Valid driver’s license.
Successfully complete a background investigation.
High school diploma required.
Five years of experience in a relevant IT field required.
Three or more years of experience creating and maintaining network infrastructure.
Ability to meet the stated essential physical abilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, including visual acuity, communication capabilities, manual dexterity, mobility, and the ability to move or lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or Software Engineering.
Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent training.
Cisco CCNP.

Responsibilities

Co-design, implement, and maintain data delivery through LANs, WANs, VLANs, site-to-site VPNs, and source internet circuits.
Research, compare, recommend, and install switches, wireless hardware, and firewalls.
Evaluate, create, and present business solutions to resolve network problems and improve data and voice delivery efficiency.
Research network and telephony upgrades to assess feasibility, cost, required time, and compatibility.
Prepare detailed flow charts and diagrams documenting network capabilities and processes.
Coordinate network topology changes and provide network monitoring, diagnostics, and basic and complex troubleshooting.
Administer and maintain switches, routers, and load balancers, and assist with the county VoIP system.
Maintain and refresh wireless network infrastructure.
Configure and manage next-generation firewalls, including rulesets, VPNs, and filtering, while applying security best practices and monitoring trends.
Maintain network access control for connecting nodes and review and adjust quality of service.
Oversee network patching and upgrade cycles to keep equipment and software current.
Record and maintain hardware and software inventories, site access, user access, and security information.
Collaborate with technical staff to ensure connectivity and compatibility between systems.
Provide network infrastructure orientation to new county staff and IT team members.
Assist with audio/visual systems, including intermediate troubleshooting.
Work evenings and weekends in response to system needs.
Travel locally for off-site software installation and training.
Perform other duties as assigned.