NEOGOV · 3 months ago
Information Technology Specialist I - Network and Communications Engineer
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$93K/yr - $146K/yr
4+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a dynamic and experienced Network Engineer to join the Information Technology team at the City of Irvine. This role is responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and management of the City’s enterprise network infrastructure, ensuring performance, reliability, and security of wired and wireless networks across multiple facilities.
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Responsibilities
Maintain computer and communications network devices including switches, routers, IoT devices, and other physical hardware
Install and configure network equipment
Perform regular maintenance and patching on network equipment
Pull and terminating network cabling as required
Utilize monitoring tools to improve network performance and minimize disruptions and outages
Troubleshoot, resolve, and communicate networking issues to stakeholders
Document, Implement, and test disaster recovery procedures
Follow all change management processes
Create or update network diagrams and documentation as changes are made
Assist with project management duties as assigned
Suggest improvements to network performance, capacity, and scalability
Evaluate, plan, implement, and integrate new systems
Manage various complex and highly analytical technology projects critical to City or department operations or City services
Plan, organize, direct, and control all or part of highly complex information systems projects from concept through design, development, implementation and close out
Maintain current knowledge and understanding of security and networking best practices
Participate in on-call rotation and respond to critical incidents promptly
Qualification
Required
Bachelor degree in Computer Science or closely related field and four (4) years of general information technology experience performing technical and/or analytical tasks for computer systems or services in any of the functional areas or emerging information technology fields or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities
Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and dependable network services
Maintain computer and communications network devices including switches, routers, IoT devices, and other physical hardware
Install and configure network equipment
Perform regular maintenance and patching on network equipment
Pull and terminating network cabling as required
Utilize monitoring tools to improve network performance and minimize disruptions and outages
Troubleshoot, resolve, and communicate networking issues to stakeholders
Document, Implement, and test disaster recovery procedures
Follow all change management processes
Create or update network diagrams and documentation as changes are made
Assist with project management duties as assigned
Suggest improvements to network performance, capacity, and scalability
Evaluate, plan, implement, and integrate new systems
Manage various complex and highly analytical technology projects critical to City or department operations or City services
Plan, organize, direct, and control all or part of highly complex information systems projects from concept through design, development, implementation and close out
Maintain current knowledge and understanding of security and networking best practices
Participate in on-call rotation and respond to critical incidents promptly
Preferred
Comprehensive understanding of network services and protocols such as TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF and EIGRP etc
In-depth understanding and practical knowledge of networking systems and concepts such as WAN, VLAN, WiFi, firewalls, switches, and routers
In-depth understanding of copper, fiber and wireless network technologies
Ability to implement Layer 1 solutions including the ability to pull network cable/fiber, terminate, patch, test, and maintain
Ability to rack and stack network equipment in MDF/IDFs
Ability to configure and troubleshoot network switch stacks
Ability to analyze and evaluate physical and wireless networks, identify issues and provide solutions to ensure networks are operating efficiently
Self-starter with strong time management skills
Ability to support several projects simultaneously from design to implementation to operations
Ability to communicate technical information to other technical team members
Ability to communicate with coworkers and stakeholders who may not have technical knowledge
Excellent customer service skills
Understanding of IP telephony systems and protocols (e.g., SIP, H.323, MS Teams, Call Manager)
Experience in designing and managing VoIP solutions, including integration with traditional telephony systems and cloud telephony systems
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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$700MKey Investors
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