Network Engineer - Information Technology

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

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a seasoned Network Engineer to design and maintain its LAN/WAN infrastructure, including wireless, data, and VOIP services. You will install, monitor, and document networks, VLANs, and routing configurations to ensure secure, reliable connectivity across county facilities.

The role requires hands-on Cisco expertise, CCNA/CCDA preferred, and the ability to be on-call 24/7 for critical issues and outages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 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.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills; ability to interact with the public, vendors, and officials.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain Fort Bend County's LAN/WAN infrastructure and related hardware/software.
• Perform or oversee network installations.
• Monitor and document networks, VLANs and routing configurations.
• Provide third-level support for LAN/WAN and VOIP issues.
• Coordinate with outside vendors and ensure service contracts are honored.

Skills

Network design

LAN/WAN administration

Cisco routing & switching

VOIP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Cisco switches/routers/firewalls

Job description

Company Overview

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!

Responsibilities

• 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.

Salary

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $40.87 - $51.09 hourly based on qualifications

Closing Date

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

Benefits

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Equal Opportunity

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.