Network Engineer II

The Network Engineer II is responsible for implementing, updating and maintaining physical and logical networks and network connectivity, including cable plant, electronics (switches, routers, Wi-Fi access points) and network security (firewall protection), and for monitoring and managing network performance. (See CUPA #464100 & #464110).

Duties and Essential Job Functions:

1. Establishes and maintains network integrity by deploying LAN/WLAN/WAN equipment and software, administering network resources, configuring network connectivity between core, distribution, access, and edge layers, and managing fiber optics infrastructure.
2. Executes, maintains and provides troubleshooting of security policy on network security devices such as firewalls.
3. Resolves network problems by providing troubleshooting and root cause determination and analyzing problems with test equipment.
4. Maintains quality network services by following organization standards, organizing IDF/MDF closets, monitoring network statistics, performing network maintenance with minimal interruption downtime, and monitoring network statistics.
5. Facilitates network activities for construction projects by acting as a liaison with construction team, maintaining specifications and managing completion dates; inspecting and approving work performed by external contractors.
6. Documents actions by establishing and maintaining procedures used; filing and retrieving documentation, and tracking hardware assets.
7. Maintains operational effectiveness and efficiency by performing research on new LAN/WLAN/WAN technology; designing changes to campus network; developing testing procedures and implementing changes.
8. Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and technical training; reviewing professional publications.
9. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
10. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in supporting Ethernet-based LAN switches and router hardware/software in a small to medium sized size network environment. Multiple network certifications preferred. (e.g. Network+, CCENT, CCT, CCNA)., * In-depth knowledge of OSI networking model.
• Ability to configure, implement and maintain network electronics.
• Ability to design and implement network management software.
• Knowledge of the suite of TCP/IP protocols.
• Knowledge of network security firewalls.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 10 lbs.

Tuition reimbursement, 401(k), Health insurance, Retirement plan, Paid time off, Vision insurance, Dental insurance Full-time 3504 Pond Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76109, * 401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance