Network Engineer I

The City of Chesapeake Department of Information Technology (DIT) is seeking a motivated and technically skilled Network Engineer I to join the Chesapeake Connects (CCX) Broadband Team. Chesapeake Connects is developing one of Virginia's premier municipal broadband networks, providing carrier-grade communications infrastructure that supports City operations, public safety, schools, libraries, utilities, regional partnerships, and future Smart City initiatives.

Unlike traditional enterprise networking positions, this role combines carrier-class networking, municipal broadband, fiber optic infrastructure, and telecommunications engineering. The Network Engineer I will assist in designing, deploying, operating, and maintaining a citywide fiber optic backbone and advanced IP network while supporting emerging technologies including Private LTE, LoRaWAN, municipal Wi-Fi, and Smart City communications systems. Working alongside senior engineers, this position participates in broadband construction projects, fiber acceptance testing, network deployments, infrastructure expansion, and operational support of critical communications systems serving more than 200 City facilities. This is an exceptional opportunity for an engineer seeking hands-on experience with carrier-grade networking technologies, fiber optic infrastructure, and municipal telecommunications while building infrastructure that will serve Chesapeake for decades to come. Occasional after-hours work and participation in an on-call rotation may be required., * Assist in the installation, configuration, monitoring, and maintenance of the Chesapeake Connects broadband network.

• Support Cisco routing and switching infrastructure, including core, aggregation, and access layer equipment.
• Assist with Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, including VLANs, routing protocols, MPLS, VPN technologies, and Quality of Service (QoS).
• Support municipal fiber optic infrastructure, including backbone and lateral fiber, conduit systems, handholes, splice enclosures, fiber distribution panels, and patch panels.
• Participate in the commissioning and acceptance of newly constructed fiber optic infrastructure by reviewing OTDR test results, splice documentation, as-built drawings, and contractor deliverables.
• Assist in maintaining optical transport systems and broadband connectivity between City facilities.
• Monitor network performance using enterprise monitoring platforms and assist in troubleshooting outages, fiber cuts, and network performance issues.
• Participate in network cutovers, service migrations, and maintenance activities supporting City operations.
• Support deployment and maintenance of:

• Enterprise routing and switching
• Fiber optic infrastructure
• Municipal Wi-Fi
• Private LTE (CBRS)
• LoRaWAN infrastructure
• Broadband transport services

• Maintain network documentation, including network diagrams, IP addressing, fiber records, GIS infrastructure mapping, equipment inventories, and as-built documentation.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, utility companies, vendors, and regional broadband partners during network expansion projects.
• Support implementation of cybersecurity best practices, including network segmentation, firewall policies, and secure remote connectivity.
• Assist with evaluating new networking and telecommunications technologies to improve City infrastructure.
• Provide technical support for broadband infrastructure serving City departments, schools, libraries, public safety facilities, utilities, and regional partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks., Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs. Standing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Sitting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Walking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Twisting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Balancing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Foot Controls Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Protective Equipment Required Health and Safety, C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs. Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Noisy/Distracting Environment Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) Yes per chain of command

Professional References

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Supplemental Questions

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1. • Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review link in posting for details.

• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate's degree in computer science, information systems, or a closely related field.

Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two year of related, full-time equivalent experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses: Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards.

Special Requirements: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications Experience with one or more of the following is preferred:

• Cisco networking technologies
• Enterprise routing and switching
• Fiber optic networking
• Carrier Ethernet
• MPLS
• Service Provider networking
• Optical transport
• Municipal broadband infrastructure
• Outside Plant (OSP) engineering
• Smart City technologies
• Private LTE (CBRS)
• LoRaWAN
• Network monitoring platforms
• GIS-based infrastructure management
• Telecommunications construction projects

Industry certifications are highly desirable, including:

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• CompTIA Network+
• Fiber Optic Association (FOA)
• Nokia Network Routing Specialist (NRS)
• Juniper JNCIA
• Equivalent networking certifications, * TCP/IP networking
• Ethernet technologies
• Routing and switching concepts
• VLANs and IP addressing
• Fiber optic communications
• Wireless networking
• Network security fundamentals
• Network documentation practices
• Telecommunications infrastructure

Ability to:

• Troubleshoot network connectivity and performance issues.
• Learn new networking technologies quickly.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and network diagrams.
• Work independently and collaboratively within project teams.
• Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Build productive working relationships with vendors, contractors, consultants, and City departments., * Cisco Catalyst
• Cisco ASR
• Cisco NCS
• Layer 2 & Layer 3 Switching
• MPLS
• BGP
• OSPF
• VPN Technologies

Fiber Infrastructure

• Single-mode Fiber
• Backbone and Lateral Fiber
• Fiber Distribution Panels
• OTDR Testing
• Fiber Documentation
• Underground Conduit Systems
• Carrier Transport Networks

Wireless Infrastructure

• Municipal Wi-Fi
• Private LTE (CBRS)
• LoRaWAN
• Point-to-Point Wireless

Security

• Palo Alto Firewalls
• Network Segmentation
• Secure Remote Access
• Access Control

Network Operations

• SolarWinds
• Infoblox
• GIS Infrastructure Mapping
• Network Asset Management
• Infrastructure Monitoring