Hardware Software And Network Related Issues Radio Equipment And Supplies Engineer

COOLSOFT; Madison (WI); Hybride; USD 55 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

COOLSOFT in Madison, WI is seeking an Engineer to support and maintain radio, hardware, software, and network systems for DOC facilities. The role requires hands-on installation and configuration, fleet mapping, and collaboration with vendors to ensure cost-effective solutions.

The position involves hybrid work with on-site duties; travel to DOC institutions is required, and the candidate must be within commuting distance of Madison or relocate accordingly.

Qualifications

• Specialized technical and comprehensive support for radio systems.
• Experience with P25 digital trunking radio systems.
• Configure, maintain and install radio systems and related tech.
• Assist in developing standards for radio systems within DOC institutions.
• Coordinate with vendors and outside agencies for interoperability.

Responsabilités

• Analyze performance data related to radio systems and optimize resources.
• Assist with radio communications planning for better service use and new technologies.
• Standardize operating procedures for all DOC institutions and centers.
• Assist with FCC radio frequency licenses including timely filings.
• Maintain inventory of radio equipment and assist in lifecycle management.

Connaissances

Cisco Network Engineer

Web Filters

Video Surveillance

Description du poste

Hardware Software And Network Related Issues Radio Equipment And Supplies Engineer

Requirement id 159526

Job title Engineer

Job location in Madison, WI

Skills required Cisco Network Engineer, Web Filters, Video Surveillance System, Hardware Software And Network Related Is

Open Date 10-Nov-2026

Close Date

Job type Contract

Duration 7 Months

Compensation DOE

Status requirement ---

Job interview type ---

Email Recruiter:coolsoft

Job Description Engineer: Cisco Network Engineer, Web Filters, Video Surveillance System, Hardware Software And Network Related Is

Start date : 12/14/2026

End Date : 06/30/2027

Submission deadline :11/17/2026 4:00:00 PM

Client Info : DOC

Note:

Interview Process

First round will be virtual with the possibility of a second-round interview on-site.

Remote or On-site

Candidate MUST be a WI resident within a one-hour commute to Madison, WI or willing to relocate within one-hour of Madison.

Hybrid Schedule with WFH, and on-location at prisons as needed

Description

Under the general supervision of the Technical Services Supervisor & DOC Radio Coordinator, this position provides specialized technical and comprehensive support, consultation, and training services for Department staff on P25 digital trunking radio systems. The primary responsibility and expertise are to support, configure, maintain, and install radio systems and the encompassing technologies. This position will assist in developing, recommending, and implementing standards for radio systems within all DOC institutions (adult institutions, correctional centers and juvenile institutions) included but not limited to hardware, software and network standards for these systems. The position will assist in managing DOC radio systems including fleet mapping, maintenance and audit of Code Plug data for programmable radios, maintaining inventory of radio equipment, coordinating purchase of equipment to ensure compatibility and cost effectiveness, coordinate with outside agencies interoperability of radio equipment and frequencies, assist purchasing agent in development of requests for purchase for radio systems and equipment, and assist in administration of FCC frequencies licensed to DOC. This position will assist in connecting these systems to existing state networks and stay up to date with networking & I.T. principles in line with Wisconsin BTM. Extensive field work and travel are incorporated in this position with "hands on" work in installing and maintaining these systems. This position will work closely with DOC and other facilities, DOA facilities management, and vendors in lifecycle management of radio-based systems. The person assigned to this position will be required to assist in directing vendors in installation and maintenance of these systems.

This position shall comply with the Departments administrative rules and the agencys policies and procedures including those related to the Departments overall Reentry philosophy of using evidence-based strategies, practices and programs which target an offenders individual criminogenic needs and risk level.

Goals and Work Activities

Analysis and review to ensure compliance for new and existing radio systems

• Analyze performance data related to radio systems with the development of techniques to optimize the use of radio resources. Assist and advise institutions and centers on providing the necessary data to account for their radio communications needs for the upcoming biennium and provide recommendations on improvements to their plans and implementation strategies.
• Assist with the development of department radio communications planning for the better use of existing services and consideration of new services and technologies.
• Assist with standardization of operating procedures for all DOC institutions and centers to follow. This would include a DOC Communications Plan, Security Internal Management Procedures (SIMPs), policies and procedures as required by Security and Internal management, and establishing disaster recovery plans and services.
• Assist with securing and administering FCC radio frequency licenses including filing applications with the FCC on a timely basis, with necessary input from the installation vendors, to ensure that the systems can be operational when needed.
• Assist with maintaining Tower Licenses and FAA appr

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