Network & Infrastructure Engineer

Walla Walla Public Schools•Walla Walla, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Network & Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of the district’s technology infrastructure. This includes the district’s local and wide area networks, wired and wireless connectivity, firewall and filtering systems, and related infrastructure supporting instructional and operational technology across the district. This position ensures reliable, secure, and scalable network services for staff and students while collaborating with technology staff, district leadership, and external vendors to support district technology initiatives and maintain a secure network environment. The Network & Infrastructure Engineer helps ensure the reliable delivery of digital learning systems and services that support teaching, learning, and district operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum five (5) years experience supporting enterprise or large organizational network infrastructure.
Demonstrated knowledge of: TCP/IP networking
Routing and switching
Wireless networking technologies
Network troubleshooting and monitoring tools
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Completed Employment Application/ Background Check.
Must complete Walla Walla Public Schools Risk Management and Bloodborne Pathogens Training upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing Cisco networking technologies (Cisco IOS and Cisco Meraki).
Experience administering Cisco firewalls or comparable enterprise firewall systems.
Experience with web filtering platforms such as Linewize or similar solutions.
Experience supporting K-12 or public sector technology environments.
Knowledge of E-Rate technology funding programs.
Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Ensures the network infrastructure reliably supports digital learning platforms, instructional resources, and classroom technology.
Maintains stable and high-performing network services that enable district systems and staff to function efficiently.
Supports network security systems that help protect district data, users, and infrastructure from cyber threats.
Assists with long-term planning and implementation of scalable infrastructure that supports future district technology initiatives.
Design, implement, manage, and maintain the district’s local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) infrastructure.
Configure and maintain network equipment including switches, routers, and wireless access points.
Manage and support the district’s Cisco IOS and Cisco Meraki network environments.
Monitor network performance and reliability and proactively identify and resolve issues affecting connectivity and system performance.
Maintain core network services including DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP protocols, and VLAN configuration.
Ensure proper network documentation, configuration management, and operational continuity.
Utilize network monitoring and management tools to observe system performance, identify anomalies, and respond to service interruptions.
Analyze network traffic patterns and performance metrics to maintain optimal network health.
Configure alerting and monitoring systems to detect outages, degraded performance, or potential infrastructure issues.
Administer and maintain the district’s Cisco Secure Firewall infrastructure, including NAT rules, VPN connectivity, scalability, and network security policies.
Manage and maintain the district’s Linewize web filtering system and related content filtering controls.
Assist in maintaining secure network segmentation and access controls.
Collaborate with district technology leadership to implement and maintain network security best practices.
Assist in monitoring network activity and investigating potential security events affecting network infrastructure.
Research, evaluate, and recommend standard technology infrastructure solutions including networking, computing, and security systems.
Assist with planning, specifications, and deployment of district technology infrastructure including network equipment and network-connected systems such as cameras, access control, intercoms, classroom amplification, and audio/visual technologies.
Participate in technology infrastructure upgrades and district technology initiatives.
Maintain accurate and organized documentation of network infrastructure including IP address allocations, network device inventories, system configurations, and infrastructure diagrams.
Ensure network equipment and infrastructure components are properly labeled and documented to support system maintenance and troubleshooting.
Maintain shared records of infrastructure assets such as switches, wireless access points, cameras, and other network-connected systems.
Proactively update documentation and records when infrastructure changes are implemented to support operational continuity and reduce the risk of service disruption.
Diagnose and resolve network infrastructure issues affecting district systems and devices.
Respond to and resolve support requests related to network connectivity and infrastructure services.
Provide technical expertise and guidance to other technology staff when troubleshooting network-related issues.
Work with vendors and service providers to support and maintain district infrastructure systems.
Open and manage vendor support cases as needed and coordinate resolution of service issues or outages.