Principal Network Engineer $159,692 – $200,850 City and County of San Francisco

Isc2 Eastbay Chapter; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Network Engineer to enhance its public-facing municipal network. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining a robust network infrastructure that serves over 100 affordable housing sites and numerous parks. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative spirit to work effectively with various teams. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing free Internet access through innovative programs, and make a significant impact on the community's connectivity and accessibility.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in network engineering and design.
• Experience with public-facing network infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the City’s public-facing municipal network.
• Collaborate with fiber construction and inside network teams.

Skills

Network Design

Network Implementation

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Cisco Certifications (CCNA, CCNP)

Tools

Cisco Routers and Switches

Network Monitoring Tools

Job description

The Department of Technology (DT) Public Safety Division is looking for a Principal Network Engineer to join the team that designs, builds, and supports the City’s public-facing municipal network. The goal of this network is to provide free Internet access to affordable housing residents through its Fiber to Housing Program, and to the #SFWiFi network available in our parks and along Market Street. This network currently serves 100+ affordable housing sites, and 30+ parks. The public-facing network, which is separate and distinct from the City’s private enterprise network, requires unique design and administration considerations due to its distinct service, support, and security requirements.

The Principal Network Engineer will join the technical team that designs, expands, and supports the public-facing network for the City. This role is under the general direction of the Fiber to Housing Program Manager and works closely with the City’s fiber construction and inside network teams. The Principal Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the network infrastructure. Overall, the duties and responsibilities of a Principal Network Engineer require a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with other teams and stakeholders within our organization.