Network Engineer

Posting Date

10 / 15 / 24

Application Deadline

10 / 18 / 24

Pay Range

Hiring Range : $33.35 - $43.75 hourly

Full Range : $33.35 - $54.50 hourly

Offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.

This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Enterprise Technology

About the Position

You know you have been waiting for just the right position to open where you can use your wealth of knowledge and experience in the field you love.

Well, the time is now, and the place is here! As a Network Engineer, you will be a valuable member of the data network team, providing services related to network engineering, such as technical support, planning, forecasting, designing, project management, installation, monitoring, and maintenance of the converged data / voice network.

About Us

Are you seeking a career in a dynamic organization that embraces a can-do spirit? Look no further than the Maricopa County Office of Enterprise Technology (OET)! Our team prides itself on leveraging technology to create digital transformations.

We look for ways to bring about innovative solutions while providing top-notch customer service. Apply today and become part of the team that makes a lasting impact on the future of technology at Maricopa County!

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Employee discounts for goods and services
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Learn more at Work With Us Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• At least one year of hands-on experience with network routing protocols, specifically OSPF and BGP, demonstrating a solid understanding of their implementation and optimization
• Proficient in designing, implementing, and managing local area networks, with a strong focus on wireless technologies and security measures
• Familiarity with wide area network technologies, including SD-WAN, Metro Ethernet, DIA, and 5G networks, with a track record of optimizing performance and reliability
• Proven experience in network design, implementation, and troubleshooting, with the ability to resolve network issues efficiently
• Knowledge of proactive monitoring tools and techniques, including the ability to analyze data packet captures to enhance network performance and security
• Familiarity with SDN concepts and technologies, showcasing an ability to adapt to emerging trends in network architecture
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field
• A combination of post-secondary education and / or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license at the time of hire

We Also Value

• Knowledge of network performance monitoring and diagnostic tools
• Understanding of cloud networking and multi-cloud architectures
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification

Job Contributions

• Provide technical support and problem resolution, playing a vital role in planning, designing, implementing, and managing converged data and voice networks, encompassing both wired and wireless technologies
• Serve as an ambassador for the network operations team, fostering strong customer relationships to ensure effective communication and support
• Efficiently prioritize, triage, and manage incident tickets routed to the network operations team, ensuring timely resolution and customer satisfaction
• Proactively monitor network activities for unauthorized access, implementing robust security measures to safeguard network integrity
• Partner with equipment vendors, effectively addressing and resolving technical issues to maintain optimal network performance
• Collaborate in developing a comprehensive operational plan for the network, ensuring maximum reliability and performance
• Identify opportunities for enhancing existing policies and procedures, contributing to creating new guidelines that align with best practices and operational needs
• Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation to support network users and facilitate the ongoing operation, maintenance, and evolution of network systems

Working Conditions

Hybrid Teleworking eligible position. It requires frequent computer work, the ability to complete tasks thoroughly, and attention to detail.

Requires travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles and / or private vehicles used on County business.

Ability to work after hours, weekends, and holidays and receive on-call support.

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must pass a pre-employment background and / or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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