Enterprise Network Operations Engineer

Position Overview:

The Enterprise Network Operations Engineer is responsible for the day-to-day support and maintenance of the organization's data networks (LAN, WAN, Audio/Video and wireless). Assists with network project implementation. Monitors and tests network performance and prepares related reports. Performs upgrades, troubleshoots and resolves network problems of medium complexity. Dispatches to network locations as needed.

The day to day:

• Responds to customer incidents and requests in support of data network services

• Proactively monitors and maintains data network health and performance

• Implements data network solutions

• Designs data network solutions

• Mentors less experienced members of the team

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer  https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.  This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience with ability to demonstrate skill sets in Ip networking 

Knowledge and Skills:

• Installation and ongoing support and optimization of industry leading network infrastructure hardware.

• Familiar with network protocols including TCP, BGP etc.

• Effective communication and analytical skills.

Applicants for this position will be subject to a criminal background check that includes being fingerprinted. This applies to any position with network access to Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) or access to an area where CJIS is received, maintained or stored either manually or electronically (i.e. custodian, maintenance).  Automatic Disqualification:

• Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for any Felony, and any Class A Misdemeanor 
• Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for a Class B Misdemeanor, if within the previous 10 years 
• Open arrest for any criminal offense (Felony or Misdemeanor) 
• Family Violence conviction

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree preferred

Location:

• 406 Caroline St., Houston, Texas 77002

Work Schedule:

• 8 hours/day with potential for after hours or weekend work to support projects or assist other teams with their efforts.
• Employee will be a part of a weekly on call rotation with other members of the team.

Work Arrangement:

• Onsite 5 days/week

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.  Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.