KEY FUNCTIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Monitors and controls the performance and status of network resources across multiple enclaves utilizing software and hardware tools.
• Develops and maintains all networking documentation (drawings, cut sheets, configurations, and deployment plans).
• Works with City of Brownsville Departments/Employees and other engineers and administrators in support the City networking related projects.
• Identifies and diagnoses problems and factors affecting network performance.
• Provides day-to-day subject matter expert support for City of Brownsville enterprise.
• Troubleshoots networking issues and outages, which may occur during non- core hours.
• Works with vendors in support of the City of Brownsville networking issues as required.
• Ensures all networking applicable vulnerabilities are resolved or mitigated in a timely manner.
• Performs preventative maintenance services on all devices within the networking area of responsibility.
• Maintains a current understanding of emerging technologies and trends in data center as well as service provider.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Technology, Information Management, or Cyber Security.

Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in computer system or network engineering.

3 years’ experience installing and configuring CISCO Switches (i.e., Series 2900, 3700, 3800, 3900, 4500, 6500. Catalyst 9000 Series Preferred).

3 years’ experience in installing and configuring CISCO routers (i.e., ASR 1000 and ISR 4000 series).

3 years’ experience installing and configuring CISCO firewalls (i.e., ASA 5500 Series).

Prior experience with modern data center technologies, such as Cisco VPC, Cisco VDC, and VRF Lite.

Must have experience with Cisco routers, Catalysts switches and Call Manager.

Proficient in Microsoft Visio and Word.

Special Certifications and License

Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Cisco Certified Network Professional.

Microsoft dynamics 365.

Independence and Judgement

Skillful judgment with out-of-the ordinary situations or issues; may make decisions for subordinates.

Initiative and Ingenuity

General guidelines: requires a lot of interpretation and non-standard responses to varied situations; have to figure out where to go for answers; must take multiple factors into account; some control over priorities.

Supervisory and Responsibility

Regularly assigns and monitors the work for three or more employees; has knowledge of long-term plans and goals for the department.

Financial Responsibility

Does not deal with money.

Level and frequency of Outside Contacts

Frequent contact with the public or other organizations; interactions may require obtaining cooperation of people; courtesy and tact are required when dealing with moderately difficult or sensitive issues.

Physical Demands

Mostly moderate and fairly steady active physical exertion; may require brief periods of heavy muscular exertion, such as standing, lifting, moving, pulling, pushing, etc. up to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis.

Responsibility for Equipment and Property

Responsible for use of equipment/property such as office equipment,supplies,etc.,whichareusedinoffice; use of City vehicle.

Working Conditions

Officejob,noadverseconditions.

Other Requirements

The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check.

ADA Requirements

The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

Benefits

The City of Brownsville participates in a generous retirement plan with retirement opportunities available at 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of continuous service at any age. The City has an exceptional employee and family medical and dental insurance plan. Employees may also contribute to deferred compensation plans from Equitable and supplemental insurance plans from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full time employees have the opportunity to accumulate 10 sick days and 10 annual days per year. Additionally, the City of Brownsville observes 12 holidays annually and (2) floating holidays.

EEOC Statements

The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.