Network Engineer

City of Lubbock; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lubbock seeks a senior network engineer to design, implement, and maintain city-wide voice, data, and video networks, including UC systems. You will lead installations, manage high-availability infrastructure, and guide IT staff and departments in network solutions.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in CS/MIS and at least five years in enterprise networking, plus multiple security and networking certifications. CJIS background checks and strict vetting apply.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of enterprise networking protocols and architecture (BGP, EVPN, OSPF, IPsec, 802.1x).
• Hands-on experience with Extreme Networks and Fabric automation (CLI), Juniper, Cisco, Ubiquiti, Siemens networking equipment, and Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewalls.
• Experience with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware) and SIEM log ingestion.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and staff.
• Successfully pass CJIS criminal history background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, administration, and optimization of enterprise network infrastructure.
• Provide advanced guidance to IT staff and customers.
• Architect and support high-availability network systems.
• Collaborate with security teams on tools, policies, and perimeters.
• Translate business needs into network requirements documentation.
• Ensure configuration and change management compliance.

Skills

Enterprise networking protocols

Network design & architecture

Vendor equipment expertise

Virtualization (VMware)

Security integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / MIS

Tools

Extreme Networks

Juniper

Cisco

Ubiquiti

Siemens

Palo Alto Networks

Job description

Responsible for the design, implementation, configuration, maintenance, and support of city-wide voice, data, video networks, and Unified Communications. This role leads the installation, administration, and optimization of critical enterprise network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN services.

• Serves as a technical project lead and provides advanced guidance to customers and IT staff;
• Provides expert-level network administration and escalation support for end users;
• Serves as the subject matter expert (SME) in enterprise network design, hardware and software technology evaluation, and implementation strategies;
• Adheres to established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval, and success of changes made to the network infrastructure;
• Collaborates with the information security team to select, implement, and manage security tools, policies, and secure network perimeters;
• Drives continuous improvement in the delivery of customer services and departmental performance;
• Architects, maintains, and supports high-availability IT communication systems and underlying infrastructure;
• Analyzes network telemetry and operational data to develop growth and integration plans that manage present and future IT operations;
• Partners with city departments to translate business and customer needs into functional network requirements documentation;
• Performs related duties as directed.

Requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, or a related field. Requires a minimum of FIVE years of experience in an enterprise-level networking environment.

Job-related networking certifications are required. Candidates must possess at least two of the following certifications (or recognized industry equivalents): CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA or CCNP, Extreme Certified Professional (ECP), Extreme Certified Expert (ECE), or Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), or equivalent experience and/or education.

Physical Exam Required

*** Critical Infrastructure:This position has been determined to have close contact with, or control of Critical Infrastructure components.This position is subject to extensive background checks and random drug screening. ***

***No Class B Misdemeanor convictions within last 10 years***

***No Class A Misdemeanor, Felony Convictions or Family Violence Conviction***

Knowledge of:

• City organization, operations, policies, and procedures;
• Current IT industry best practices governing the delivery of technology-based services;
• Deep knowledge of enterprise networking protocols and architecture (BGP, EVPN, OSPF, IPsec, 802.1x);
• Principles and practices of technology management, service delivery life cycles, infrastructure system development, project planning, security, and systems integration in a public sector environment;
• Hands-on experience with Extreme Networks and Fabric automation (including CLI), Juniper, Cisco, Ubiquiti, Siemens networking equipment, and Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewalls;
• Network integration requirements for enterprise environments, including virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware), SIEM log ingestion, and physical access control systems.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively using a variety of methods and devices;
• Work under pressure and meet deadlines in a dynamic, high-availability environment;
• Plan and organize workload, accomplishing tasks with minimal supervision;
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with customers, vendors, and co-workers;
• Learn new concepts quickly and successfully translate complex technical concepts to non-technical professionals;
• Successfully pass a CJIS criminal history background investigation.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds;
• Frequently bend and kneel during the shift;
• Frequently pull and push objects;
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the left or right while sitting or standing;
• Place arms above, at, or below shoulder height.