1. Role: Senior Network Engineer
Work Location: Houston, TX
Number of Positions: 1
Position Type: Full time
Company Description: Government and Education
JOB SUMMARY
Operates a company’s internal network, telecommunications, data communications systems, video
conferencing, phone systems, and call center technologies including LANs and/or WANs. Plans, designs
and implements networked systems, including configurations, supporting/troubleshooting network
problems and coordinating with vendors for installation of such items as routers, Voice Response Units
(VRU), Automatic Call Dialers (ACD), call routing, bridges, concentrators and switches. This position is
expected to stay current on the latest technologies and aspects such as security and systems
management. This position is also expected to design networks in a modern internet era and converse
with the latest network experts in the field. This job family is undergoing a major technological shift in
the world. Telephone voice systems run on a different technology network from data communication.
Each year the convergence of the voice world into the data communications world is accelerating. In the
next 5 years the tighter integration of server and platform administration may occur. It is possible that
all hardware components, beyond the end-user access device, may become embedded in the network
and managed by these positions. Works on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or
data requires an evaluation of intangibles. Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and
evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Contacts pertain to significant matters often involving
coordination among groups. May work on issues that impact design success or address future concepts,
products or technologies. Often serves as a consultant to management.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
 Proposes and implements system enhancements (software and hardware updates) that will
improve the performance and reliability of the system.
 Manages the load configuration of a central data communication processor and makes
recommendations for purchase or upgrade of data networks.
 Coordinates terminal orders and cable installation, network system planning, upgrading,
monitoring, testing and servicing.
 Conducts project planning, cost analysis and vendor comparisons and works on project
implementation.
 Approves action requests and specifies purchase requirement and negotiates and places orders
with common carriers.
REQUIREMENTS:
 This position requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering or related technical
experience.
 At least 5 years of work experience in general IT
 CCNA and/or CCIE