Optical Network Engineer Jobs in Dallas, TX (NOW HIRING)

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Job Summary:

The Network Engineer II is responsible for implementing, updating and maintaining physical and logical networks and network connectivity, including cable plant, electronics (switches, routers, Wi-Fi access points) and network security (firewall protection), and for monitoring and managing network performance. (See CUPA #464100 & #464110).

Duties and Essential Job Functions:

1. Establishes and maintains network integrity by deploying LAN/WLAN/WAN equipment and software, administering network resources, configuring network connectivity between core, distribution, access, and edge layers, and managing fiber optics infrastructure.
2. Executes, maintains and provides troubleshooting of security policy on network security devices such as firewalls.
3. Resolves network problems by providing troubleshooting and root cause determination and analyzing problems with test equipment.
4. Maintains quality network services by following organization standards, organizing IDF/MDF closets, monitoring network statistics, performing network maintenance with minimal interruption downtime, and monitoring network statistics.
5. Facilitates network activities for construction projects by acting as a liaison with construction team, maintaining specifications and managing completion dates; inspecting and approving work performed by external contractors.
6. Documents actions by establishing and maintaining procedures used; filing and retrieving documentation, and tracking hardware assets.
7. Maintains operational effectiveness and efficiency by performing research on new LAN/WLAN/WAN technology; designing changes to campus network; developing testing procedures and implementing changes.
8. Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and technical training; reviewing professional publications.
9. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
10. Performs other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in supporting Ethernet-based LAN switches and router hardware/software in a small to medium sized size network environment. Multiple network certifications preferred. (e.g. Network+, CCENT, CCT, CCNA).

Preferred Education and Experience:

• None

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/SPECIALIZED TRAINING

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• None

Preferred Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Level 1 plus:
• In-depth knowledge of OSI networking model.
• Ability to configure, implement and maintain network electronics.
• Ability to design and implement network management software.
• Knowledge of the suite of TCP/IP protocols.
• Knowledge of network security firewalls.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 10 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Work is indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

TCU campus encompasses approximately 120 buildings with 2,500 staff and 11,000 students.

TCU is an equal opportunity employer in business since 1873. Team members have a rewarding work life with challenging opportunities supporting faculty, staff, and students at a leading private university.