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Job Title

Network Engineer III

Agency

Texas A&M University - San Antonio

Department

Information Technology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

San Antonio, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Network Engineer III, under direction, serves as technical lead for network engineering projects or services. Provides technical oversight for the application of and compliance with technical standards. Coordinates the technical activities of a network engineering team. Completes reports and summaries for management and users including project status reports, problem reports, and progress summaries.

Responsibilities:

+ Implements and coordinates design activities for very complex networking projects.

+ Reviews network design plans.

+ Implements and coordinates tests for use to certify complex networking projects to required installation design standards.

+ Reviews plans for installation and testing of enterprise-level networks.

+ Helps coordinate and monitor the problem management process to include backup support.

+ Analyzes, troubleshoots, tracks, and repairs complex enterprise data communication network problems.

+ Provides technical oversight for the development of plans for new networks or upgrades.

+ Facilitates input from clients, systems administrators, contractors, and vendors to develop specifications and plans for large and complex networking projects.

+ Oversees the process used to document network engineering.

+ Monitors and audits documentation of network engineering designs, plans, maps, methods, procedures, problems, and repairs.

+ Creates, evaluates, and approves plans for the implementation of new technology deployments and system integration testing.

+ Helps oversee the monitoring and maintenance of network security.

+ Coordinates the evaluation of new technologies.

+ Makes recommendations based on the evaluation of new technologies for their applicability to clients’ needs.

+ Collaborates with the project leader to develop work plans and time schedules for projects including outlining phases, identifying personnel, and computing equipment requirements.

Required Education and Experience:

+ Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field

+ Five years of related experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

+ Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.

+ Knowledge of project management

+ Mentoring skills

+ Negotiation skills

+ Basic vendor relations

+ Advanced client relations skills

+ Proposal writing

+ Business acumen

+ Persuasive communication

+ Adaptability to change

+ Team leadership skills

+ Quality assurance methodologies

+ Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

+ Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Applicant Instructions:

Please make sure to provide the following documents:

+ Cover Letter

+ Resume / CV

+ Professional References

For detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link:

http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html ​

Summary of Employee Benefits:

www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/Summary-of-Employees-Benefits1.pdf

Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted , no changes or revisions can be made.  If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058.

In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.