Network Engineer: Build, Secure & Optimize Networks

Nueces County; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nueces County is seeking a Network Engineer to install, maintain, and secure network infrastructure across county systems. You will manage routers, switches, firewalls, VOIP, and VPNs while coordinating upgrades and security policy updates.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years IT experience with network operations and relevant degrees or equivalent experience. On-site position in Corpus Christi, TX with standard county benefits.

Qualifications

• Two years of information technology experience with network operations.
• Eligible for one of: Bachelor's degree with 1 year network ops; Associate degree with 3 years; GED with 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Architects, configures, and maintains robust data and network infrastructure, serving as liaison between clients, vendors, and information services.
• Diagnoses and resolves complex networking equipment and connectivity issues to minimize downtime.
• Provides support and routine maintenance for network security equipment to ensure secure, reliable configurations.
• Ensure seamless data flow across LANs, WANs, and VPNs by troubleshooting connectivity issues and optimizing network performance.
• Regularly update firewalls and monitor for unauthorized activity.

Skills

VLANS

VOIP

Routing topology

Firewalls

Virtualization

Windows Server

Active Directory

Group Policy

Linux

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT or related field

Associate/Technical Degree in IT

High school diploma or GED + 5 years network operations experience

Tools

VMware

Job description

Nueces County is seeking a Network Engineer to install, maintain, and secure network infrastructure across county systems. You will manage routers, switches, firewalls, VOIP, and VPNs while coordinating upgrades and security policy updates.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years IT experience with network operations and relevant degrees or equivalent experience. On-site position in Corpus Christi, TX with standard county benefits.