Network Engineer

Administer and operate the district's wired and wireless networks, firewall, and other network-based appliances. Responsible for the installation, testing, and oversight of all network hardware, software and equipment related to network security and services.

• Identify and resolve network hardware and software issues including maintenance and software upgrades through analysis of the systems.
• Plan, design, install, test, maintain and document network equipment and implementations.
• Maintain network security with firewall(s) and software security to validate Internet usage of the district network and monitor unauthorized access attempts and violations.
• Develop and maintain the district's data network in accordance with industry standards, consulting with others when needed.
• Use network monitoring and assessment software to identify, analyze, and address network congestion, security threats and other abnormalities.
• Assist the supervisor in maintaining an effective security system designed to maximize stability of the network/workstations while minimizing the impact on instruction.
• Assist the supervisor in maintaining an up-to-date network topology/design in order to quickly access information needed to diagnose problems and make purchases.
• Assist in the design, development, modification, and documentation of network security standards and ensure, with best effort, that all district data network resources are secure.
• Use network monitoring and assessment software to identify and address network congestion, security threats and other abnormalities.
• Maintain Internet filtering, spam blocking, and IPS/firewall signature databases, consulting with others when needed.
• Manage wireless networks including security and load balancing.
• Monitor, plan, install, and document all network UPS equipment.
• Assist with the development and implementation of a disaster recovery plan.
• Stay abreast of up-to-date networking standards and technology upgrades.

Technical Support

• Provide input in hardware and software specifications, planning, configuration, solutions and testing.
• Troubleshoot, manage and document preventative maintenance schedule of network hardware.
• Manage 3rd party MDR tools (Artic Wolf) with team

Safety

• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and immediately report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor.

Communication and Community Relations

• Promote departmental culture of exemplary customer service though frequent communication, positive relations and prompt support.
• Maintain an effective and positive system of communication between central and building administration, office staff, technicians and campus technology specialists.

Policies, Reports, and Law

• Maintain confidentiality with regard to information being processed, stored or accessed by the network.
• Compile, maintain and file all documentation including physical and computerized reports, records and other required documents.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education regulations and local board policy.
• Assist in the maintenance of an accurate inventory of all network equipment.

Other

• Respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.
• Recommend updates to the district's Responsible Use Policy.
• Maintain current knowledge of network hardware and software through ongoing training programs and professional certifications.
• Cross train with team members to improve overall administration of systems and applications to ensure efficient and effective delivery of technology resources. 28. Perform other duties as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise Telecommunications Coordinator, Telecom Technician (s).

• High School Diploma/equivalent required; two or four-year degree preferred
• Certifications preferred
• A+, Network+, Linux+, Security+, CCNA/CCNP, CCSP
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate
• Valid Texas driver's license

Experience / Other Requirements

• Minimum two years experience with mission-critical networks and servers
• Minimum two years experience LAN/WAN design, implementation and maintenance
• Experience in configuring layer 3 switching
• Experience with managed and autonomous wireless environments
• Experience with Microsoft server OS's, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, various Linux Distros

Experience - preferred

• K-12 education experience
• Two-years experience in administration of physical and virtualized Windows and Linux servers, MS Active Directory and group policy management, automated identity management systems and SANs

• Ability to concentrate and communicate effectively (verbally and written).