Network Engineer III

Texas A&M University System Offices; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 57,884 - 84,282; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University is seeking a Network Engineer III to supervise network engineering projects. The role requires strong analytical skills and advanced Cisco networking knowledge. Responsibilities include overseeing design activities, troubleshooting network issues, and ensuring network security.

Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree and five years of related experience. A senior level networking certification is also necessary. This position is security-sensitive, restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only.

Qualifications

• Five years of related experience required.
• Senior level networking certification required.
• Ability to work outdoors and lift 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Implement and coordinate design activities for networking projects.
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and repair enterprise data communication network problems.
• Provide technical oversight for network engineering projects.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of Cisco networking

Excellent written communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent experience

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related field (preferred)

Job description

Network Engineer III – A&M System Offices, Brazos Valley (Recruiting Agency). Salary: $5,186.75 – $7,552.17 per month (commensurate with experience).

Job Summary

The Network Engineer III serves as technical lead for network engineering projects, providing oversight, coordinating technical activities of a team, and delivering reports and summaries for management.

Responsibilities

• Implement and coordinate design activities for very complex networking projects.
• Review network design plans.
• Implement and coordinate tests to certify projects to required installation design standards.
• Review plans for installation and testing of enterprise-level networks.
• Help coordinate and monitor the problem management process, including backup support.
• Analyze, troubleshoot, track, and repair complex enterprise data communication network problems.
• Provide technical oversight for development of plans for new networks or upgrades.
• Facilitate input from clients, systems administrators, contractors, and vendors to develop specifications and plans for large and complex networking projects.
• Oversee the documentation process for network engineering.
• Monitor and audit documentation of network engineering designs, plans, maps, methods, procedures, problems, and repairs.
• Create, evaluate, and approve plans for implementation of new technology deployments and system integration testing.
• Help oversee monitoring and maintenance of network security.
• Coordinate evaluation of new technologies and make recommendations based on the evaluation.
• Collaborate with the project leader to develop work plans and time schedules, including outlining phases, identifying personnel, and computing equipment requirements.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Five years of related experience.

Certifications & Licenses

Senior level networking certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of Cisco networking.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of project management, mentoring, negotiation skills, basic vendor relations, advanced client relations skills, proposal writing, business acumen, persuasive communication, adaptability to change, team leadership skills, and quality assurance methodologies.
• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work outdoors and lift 40 lbs.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively.
• Occasional work outside normal office hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cisco Certification.
• Active security clearance (SECRET or higher).
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field.

Other Requirements

This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and other required information.

Equal Opportunity

The TexasA&M System is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Questions? Contact: (979) 458‑6169 or [e-mail].