Network Engineer II - Information Technology

Major Functions

The County of Volusia is seeking a Network Engineer II for the Information Technology division. This position will be located in DeLand Florida, and will be progressively responsible for technical and professional work analyzing, developing, implementing, maintaining, and securing enterprise voice and data networks, as well as, managing projects and mentoring other Network Engineers.

Illustrative Duties

(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.)

• Performs all duties of a Network Engineer I, plus the following:
• Makes recommendations regarding firewall security design and configuration.
• Researches and learns how to configure and manage hardware and software.
• Engages in self-directed learning through sources such as manuals, blogs, vendor articles, web-based classes, etc.
• Participates in needs assessments, determines requirements and designs efficient solutions for networking and communications issues, to include cost projections.
• Determines potential impact of planned changes; identifies preparatory work that must take place before planned installs.
• Designs, implements, and maintains network access for users and systems, including virtual private network (VPN) access.
• Assists with the development of computer security procedures.
• Leads or assists in the analysis of cyber-security incidents and participates as a principal member of the incident response team.
• Responds to and provides remediation of cyber-security incidents; ensuring that appropriate actions are taken.
• Makes recommendations to management for mitigating vulnerabilities.
• Researches potential solutions for new functional requirements and replacement of end-of-life equipment. Compares variables such as cost, complexity, and time lines.
• Provides backup support for LAN/WAN Coordinator.
• Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.
• Must adhere to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational needs
  
  

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field; and two (2) years of responsible experience performing the duties of a Network Engineer, or in a related field.

Must possess a valid driver's license.

Must obtain a valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of appointment and maintain thereafter.

A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• All knowledge, skills, and abilities for a Network Engineer I, plus the following:
• Knowledge of network security technologies and best practices, including virtual private networks (VPNs), encryption, deep packet inspection (DPI), and Zero Trust framework.
• Knowledge of technical, legal, and regulatory frameworks for enforcing system security.
• Skilled in the design and implementation of virtual private networks (VPNs).
• Skilled in monitoring and maintaining all levels of network security, both internally and externally.
• Ability to install and perform initial configuration of Cisco routers and switches without supervision.
• Ability to troubleshoot failures and errors in Cisco routers and switches with little to no supervision.
• Ability to troubleshoot remote site Cisco firewalls with little to no supervision.
• Ability to install and perform initial configuration of Cisco firewalls without supervision.
• Ability to program router, switch, and firewall access control lists without supervision.
• Ability to diagnose and correct voice/data network convergence and quality of service issues.
• Ability to diagnose and correct static and dynamic IP routing issues.
• Ability to accurately identify circuit and network equipment performance problems and errors using network management systems and tools.
• Ability to organize work on multiple tasks, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to think logically and show attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.
  
  

Physical Demands: Ability to see, hear, talk, reach. Ability to grasp, push, pull, lift, and carry up to 40 pounds. Finger dexterity. Visual acuity (depth perception, peripheral vision) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle.

Environmental Demands: Inside and occasional outside work.

Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend technical and professional writing; including journals, instructions, layouts, schematics, memos, letters, procedures, and safety instructions. Ability to write reports, critiques, memos, letters, instructions and procedures. Ability to speak and write clearly and concisely. Ability to perform general mathematical functions. Ability to analyze data and develop conclusions. Ability to identify and resolve problems. Ability to think logically and show attention to detail

We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

HEALTH INSURANCE

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
  
  

RETIREMENT

• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)
• Deferred Compensation (475 Plan)
  
  

SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE

• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
  
  

PAID TIME OFF

• Personal Leave
• Holidays
• Bereavement
• Military
  
  

HOLIDAYS

The County Of Volusia Observes The Following Holidays Annually

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Day
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving (and day after)
• Christmas
  
  

Additional Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Onsite Wellness/Fitness Center
• Computer Purchase Program
• Direct Deposit Payroll
  
  

Temporary and intermittent employees are not paid for holidays and are not eligible for benefits.

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NOTE: Your response to the following supplemental questions must match the information in the work experience section on your application. If your responses do not match, your application will be deemed incomplete and will disqualify you from further consideration.

• I have read and understand the above statement.
  
  

02

Do you have a valid Florida driver's license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

If you answered "No" to the previous question, will you be able to obtain a Florida driver's license at the time of hire if selected for the position?

• Yes
• No
• Not Applicable
  
  

04

Are you willing to work later or come in early in order to meet deadlines and job responsibilities?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Are you willing to be on-call and respond to work requirements after hours and on weekends?

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

Are you willing to assist other staff within and outside the Information Technology Division in their duties and to complete special projects as necessary?

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

Are you willing to work extended hours during emergency and nonemergency situations, as necessary, at the Volusia County Emergency Operations Center?

• Yes
• No
  
  

08

Are you willing to demonstrate basic technical skills during your interview?

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

Please list any Cisco or Microsoft formal certifications that you currently have or have had.

• Yes
• No
  
  

10

Please describe your technical and administrative experience in the following areas. For each answer, include the number of years experience, the position title(s) you held, and the name of the agency or organization. If you have no relevant experience to discuss, you may indicate N/A.

• I have read and understand the above statement.
  
  

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Using Microsoft Visio, PowerPoint, or Excel to create complex network diagrams.

12

Exercising critical thinking and problem solving.

13

Configuring and administering SolarWinds network management toolsets to include Engineer's Toolkit and Orion NPM (or similar toolset).

14

Configuring and administering Cisco or other routers in an enterprise environment.

15

Configuring and administering Cisco or other switches in an enterprise environment.

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Configuring and administering Cisco or other firewalls in an enterprise environment.

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Configuring and administering routing protocols in an enterprise environment.

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Configuring and administering Spanning Tree Protocol on Cisco switches in an enterprise environment.

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Physically installing network hardware.

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Working in a data center environment.

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Have you ever worked as a temporary/lease employee for the County of Volusia?

• Yes
• No
  
  

22

If you answered "Yes", please indicate when, position title, and department/division. If you answered "No" please indicate N/A.

23

Where did you hear about this position?

• Volusia County Website
• Indeed.com
• Orlandojobs.com
• Social Media (E.g. Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn)
• Other
  
  

24

If you answered "Other" to the previous question, please indicate which specific source. Otherwise please indicate N/A.

• Required Question