Lead Network Engineer

1. *Design and oversee district-wide network and access security methodologies.
2. *Provide direct support for all network security activities, including periodic security audits.
3. *Develop technical assistance guides for end users.

4. *Provide research and data analysis to assist in decision making, including preparing and presenting statistical reports as requested.

5. *Serve as a resource person when developing and revising district policies and procedures as they relate to network security.
6. *Assure compliance with district security standards.
7. *Keep current with hardware and software technology through education courses and self-study.
8. *Provide teachers, administrators, and district staff with technical support in the planning, implementation and support of projects involving network infrastructure.
9. *Develop short- and long-range plans for assigned network outfitting projects for new construction and rebuilds in older facilities.
10. *Mentor and train other technical personnel *Serve as back-up to other positions as assigned.
11. *Work within the division’s established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval, and success of changes made to the network infrastructure.
12. *Participate in the development and implementation of new procedures commensurate with improving operational efficiency.
13. *Coordinate all required network maintenance and related activities.
14. *Lead network staff members on network and voice infrastructure projects.
15. *Support and oversee safe operational practices, including training and monitoring of personnel.
16. *Assist in the management of the activities of district telecommunications services.
17. *Coordinate with the Senior Systems Administrator - Cyber Security for all network security activities.
18. *Maintain a phased project development schedule.
19. *Develop and execute a system test plan.
20. *Research, evaluate, configure, and recommend vendor selections for network hardware and software.
21. *Manage special projects as assigned.
22. *May require being on call to resolve technical difficulties on a 24/7 basis.
23. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager, Network Engineering, Director of Infrastructure, or CTO. * Denotes essential job function/ADA, REPORTS TO Manager, Network Engineering SUPERVISES Network Engineers/Technicians as assigned

Do you have a valid Driver’s License license?, Do you have experience in Wireless network deployment projects?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Bachelor Degree in a technical field or an equivalent combination of education and experience plus specialized postsecondary

technical training, courses, or certifications.

• Five (5) years experience coordinating network systems activities including planning, configuring, and securing voice,

video, and data communication networks.

• Experience working in an educational environment preferred.
• Network related certification such as Cisco Meraki Network Operator (CMNO), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA),

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).

• Experience must include hands on activities with routers, firewalls, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), intrusion detection

and related network security functions.

• Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License; if a holder of any other valid US state-issued Driver’s License, agree to acquire a

Florida Driver’s License within thirty (30) days of employment, except in a case where accommodation is required.

• Must be able to operate school board vehicles, when assigned, in accordance with operational procedures and School, * Deep understanding of networking protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS) Ability to configure, install,

tune, and load balance current standard wireless network systems and access points.

• Thorough knowledge of local area networking (LAN) and wide area networking (WAN), including routers, switches,

wireless access points, and data line installation.

• Extensive knowledge of the open systems interconnection reference model (OSI) as it applies to hardware, including

cabling, switches, and routing.

• Extensive knowledge of Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) specifications.
• Ability to manage, design, implement, and maintain networks.
• Project management and small team leadership skills in implementing complex networks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network failures.
• Ability to monitor network performance and recognize problems.
• Ability to estimate and communicate the impact of applications on network traffic in present or projected network

configurations.

• Strong technology skills with demonstrated analytical ability.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with administrators, associates, and the general public.
• Ability to work flexible schedules in a variety of environments, independently and as part of a team.

3.63.6 out of 5 stars 200 N Clara Ave, DeLand, FL 32720 Hybrid work $75,993 - $87,353 a year