Job Title: NG911 Network Engineer
Location: 2 MTC Newyork
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced NG911 Network Engineer to support the design, implementation, and management of network architecture for a Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG911) call-taking and dispatch environment. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in network design, routing and switching, and telephony systems, with the ability to collaborate across vendors, project teams, and IT services.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate and recommend network architecture solutions based on performance, stability, availability, scalability, and cost-efficiency to support NG911 applications and users.
- Design and maintain network topologies that meet operational and growth requirements of a 9-1-1 call-taking and dispatch environment.
- Work closely with vendors and project managers to develop, review, and update network architecture standards.
- Collaborate with internal teams to establish and advise on network infrastructure policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Support system lifecycle management in coordination with IT Services, including asset configuration, network security, and compliance.
- Lead requirements management activities, including requirements elicitation, documentation, validation, and verification.
- Troubleshoot complex network issues and provide root cause analysis and resolution.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive network documentation and performance reports.
Mandatory Skills & Experience
- Minimum 12 years of hands-on experience at a senior level as a network or audio/telephony systems SME.
- Strong expertise in network design and architecture, including topology design and scalability planning.
- In-depth knowledge of routing and switching, including:
- Routing protocols: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP
- Switching technologies: VLANs, STP
- Advanced understanding of TCP/IP protocols, including:
- Subnetting and IP addressing
- IPv4 and IPv6 implementation
- Proven experience in network troubleshooting, using tools such as ping, traceroute, and network analyzers.
- Strong knowledge of network protocols and standards, including Ethernet technologies.
- Experience creating and maintaining network documentation and generating performance and incident reports.
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience working in NG911, public safety, or mission-critical environments.
- Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional technical and business teams.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
- High learning agility with the ability to quickly adopt new technologies and methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience supporting large-scale, high-availability network environments.
- Exposure to security best practices for enterprise and public safety networks.