Network Engineer II

Company: Kforce Technology
Location: Grapevine
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Kforce has a client in Grapevine, TX that is seeking a Network Engineer II.

Strategy & Planning:

• Collaborate with department heads to assess near- and long-term network capacity needs
  
• Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records
  
• Develop, implement and maintain policies, procedures, and associated training plans for network administration, usage, and disaster recovery
  
  
  Acquisition & Deployment:
  
  • Design and deploy LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including routers, switches, access points, UPSs, and other hardware
    
  • Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry
    
  • Oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades
    
  • Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure network products and services
    
  • Assist Telephony team to maintain VOIP phone system to include phones and faxes
    
  • Assist Audio Visual Team to maintain Audio/Video systems
    
    
    Operational Management:
    
    • Configure networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling objectives and processes
      
    • Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed
      
    • Ensure network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephony equipment, fax machines, and other network appliances
      
    • Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information
      
    • Monitor and test network performance and provide network performance statistics and reports
      
    • Participate in managing all network security solutions
      
    • Perform network and security audits
      

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