Network Engineer - Information Technology

Fort Bend; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a Network Engineer to design, implement, and support the county’s LAN/WAN and wireless networks in Richmond, Texas.

You will configure Cisco switches, routers, and firewalls, monitor performance, enforce security policies, and coordinate with vendors to ensure reliable service. The role requires 24/7 on-call availability and may involve emergency management duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 5 years hands-on experience configuring and managing Cisco switches, routers and firewalls.
• Advanced Cisco knowledge of LAN/WAN and security in converged networks.
• Strong verbal and written communication and public interaction.
• CCNA or CCDA preferred.
• On-call 24/7 availability.

Responsibilities

• Participates in design of Fort Bend County’s network infrastructure.
• Install and maintain LAN/WAN and wireless networks.
• Provide third-level support and diagnose network issues.
• Work with vendors to ensure service contracts are met.
• Maintain network security measures and disaster recovery procedures.
• On-call support 24/7 and participate in emergency management.

Skills

Cisco networking

LAN/WAN

VoIP

Communication skills

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Cisco switches

Cisco routers

Firewalls

Job description

## Network Engineer - Information TechnologyApply: Richmond, TX: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR1647-10-26**If you are a current Fort Bend County employee (excluding election workers):** Please click here to apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. If you cannot access the Jobs Hub, please contact Human Resources. Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the \"quality of life\" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!* Participates in the design of Fort Bend County’s local, wide area and wireless hardware and software network infrastructure, support both data and voice over IP traffic. Perform or oversee network installations. Maintain, proactively monitor and document all county networks, VLANs and routing configurations using advanced Cisco, equipment, network operating systems and networking protocols.* Performs advanced diagnostics, identifies, analyzes, and initiates resolutions as third level support of all LAN/WAN in support of both local and remote network connectivity devices.* Recommends and implements LAN/WAN policies and standards to ensure adherence to approved security and disaster recovery procedures.* Work with outside vendor services to ensure that support contracts are adhered to and services are provided in an efficient and timely manner* Administer proactive network security measures through the use of advanced Cisco Adaptive Security Appliances and other advanced Enterprise level equipment as appropriate.* Research and recommend technology in support of long-range network capacity planning to assist IT management in planning for future needs in hardware, software and service acquisition to maintain acceptable service levels for customers.* On call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week to respond to network related problems and outages.* Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers. **MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:** * Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science related field. (High School/GED and four years of relevant professional experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s Degree.* 5 years hands-on experience configuring and managing Cisco switches, routers and firewalls.* Advanced Network knowledge of Cisco technology, protocols and security systems in a converged network environment which encompasses local, wide area, wireless and voip applications.* Strong verbal and written communications skills; interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, vendors, other employees, and elected officials.* Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) preferred.* Availability to be on call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week to respond to network related problems and outages. **STARTING SALARY RANGE:** $40.87 - $51.09 hourly based on qualifications