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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** Dallas College - **Location:** Irving, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $79,439.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** User Authentication, VoIP, Computer Networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Identity and Access Management, Networking Hardware, IP Addressing, Internet Communications, Internet Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Local Area Networks, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Network Connections, Network Load Balancing, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Public Key Infrastructure, Elearning, Security Software, Server Administration, Service Pack, Wide Area Networks, Web Applications, Backup and Restore, Wireless Access Point, Data Logging, Network Switches, Network Routers, Computer Networking Systems, Load Balancing, Firewalls (Computer Science), Network Support, Database Backup, Workday, Cisco, Network Optimization - **Published:** September 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/network-engineer-irving-tx--08218e97-be4f-46c7-85f0-bd6bcf7a8bfc ## About the Role * Must have knowledge of internet, computer, routers, switches, firewall, etc., in order to perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes and security configurations. * Experience with Cisco Enterprise networking solutions, VOIP environments, and advanced understanding of LAN/WAN technologies. * Must possess the ability to increase job knowledge through continuing education and/or other professional development opportunities. * Strong understanding of network infrastructure and network hardware with the ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices, including wireless access points, firewall, routers, switches, controllers. * Able to diagnose, resolve, and document hardware/ software and network problems and provide end user training and support as required. * Experience with firewall, intrusion prevention, VPN, and authentication systems. * Ability to interact and maintain working relationships with stakeholders and constituents internal/external to the organization to ensure business needs are met. * Attend or lead meetings to solicit ideas and/or recommendations for process improvements. * Ability to work with all levels of staff within and outside the IT organization. * Strong understanding of network security concepts and practice, IP addressing, DNS, DHCP and other common network protocols. * Able to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technology and products using documentation and other readily available resources. * Strong attention to detail and time management with the ability to prioritize assignments in an organized manner. * Must be able to monitor network performance to determine if adjustments are necessary. * May be asked to provide specific detailed information for hardware and software selection. * Must be able to convey technical, administrative knowledge or complex information to others in nontechnical terms. * Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment; must be dependable, flexible and adaptable to change. * Must have excellent interpersonal, listening, oral and written communication skills to present reports, contracts and/or proposals for internal audiences and external organizations. * Must be able to provide exemplary customer service. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Occasionally may be required to lift and carry materials weighing up to 30 pounds., * Bachelor's degree with three (3) years of experience in related field. * Current and valid Texas driver's license required for off-site travel. * On-call, work hours may extend beyond the regular, eight hours, Monday-Friday, workday, including weekends and holidays to provide immediate support due to system failures on a 24/7 basis. * Official transcripts will be required. * Bilingual preferred. * Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. *, Authentication, Budgeting, Change Control, Cisco Network Systems, Communication Skills, Computer Networks, Customer Support/Service, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), DNS (Domain Name System), Database Backup, Detail Oriented, Digital Certificates, Disaster Recovery, Documentation, Driver's License, Establish Priorities, Firewalls, Help Desk, IP Addressing, ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library), Identify Issues, Industry Standards, Internet Application, Internet Security, Interpersonal Skills, Load Balancing, Local Area Network (LAN), Negotiation Skills, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Monitoring, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Protocols, Network Routers, Network Security, Network Switching, Network System Hardware, Network Systems, Network Testing, Online Courses, Online Training, Organizational Skills, Outsourcing, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Implementation, Process Improvement, Product Documentation, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Security Monitoring, Security Software, Software Administration, Software Patches, State Laws and Regulations, Statistics, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Technical Training, Testing, Time Management, VPN (Virtual Private Network), VoIP (Voice over IP), Wide Area Network (WAN), Wireless Communications, Writing Skills ## Description * After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy. * Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence, even when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law., Responsible for configuration, deployment, testing, maintenance, upgrades, management, monitoring and troubleshooting the enterprise LAN and WAN network components to provide a secure, high performance network. Ensure network stability and operational excellence., * Establishes and maintain networking environment by documenting and ensuring system standards. * Maximizes network performance by monitoring performance; troubleshooting network problems and outages; scheduling upgrades; collaborating with network architects on network optimization. * Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities. * Implement systems using procedures consistent with established Dallas College guidelines, industry standards and the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL), including change control and management. * Performs disaster recovery operations and data backups as required. * Diagnose, resolve, and document hardware/software network issues for local and remote locations. * Configure, manage and maintain firewall, VPN, Identity and authentication systems. * Maintain IPAM, DNS and DHCP systems, network load balancer, PKI system and certificates, system logging along with other network related systems and software. * Responsible for company domain name registration. * Tests and monitors network performance and provides network performance statistics as requested. * Confers with diverse IT staff, network users, contractors and vendors within the Dallas College community network in the management of network security solutions. * Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure network products and services. * Coordinate computer network access and use. * Responsible for monitoring and assessing the functionality of the network routers, ensuring all internet security software is updated regularly. * Responds to incoming notifications via various methods (principally SMS alerts) regarding network connectivity problems and other exceptions. * Supports development and implementation of networking projects, prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines and adhering to allocated budget. * Prepares, maintains and adheres to procedures for logging, reporting, and monitoring of statistical network data. * Interfaces with an array of stakeholders and constituents within the Dallas College community network daily to ensure district needs are met. * Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year. * Performs other duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Destigmatizing the Workplace: Building Real Inclusion](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1492-destigmatizing-the-workplace-building-real-inclusion) - [Getting under the skin: The Social Engineering techniques](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/38-getting-under-the-skin-the-social-engineering-techniques) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - How DevRel Makes Tech More Human](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2149-wearedevelopers-live-how-devrel-makes-tech-more-human) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) ## Related Articles - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [Best Paying Remote Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/255-best-paying-remote-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)