Engineer,Senior,Network; Communications Job Portland area,Oregon USA,IT/Tech

Position: Engineer, Senior, Network (Communications)

The Senior Network Engineer (Communications) is responsible for planning, designing, implementing and managing all IT communication system technologies and managing system integrity and security for all IT networks. This role is responsible for the optimization of network design through review and assessment of user needs, as well as overseeing complex projects, including evaluating vendor products and making recommendations for selection. The Senior Network Engineer resolves system outages and degraded service by working with internal and external technical staff and vendor support, as well as configuring and implementing system additions and modifications.

The transportation industry provides a unique opportunity to meld old and new technologies in interesting ways. Tri Met emphasizes keeping our transit system in a state of good repair, and IT collaborates with many teams across the agency in order to achieve this. This involves consistent communication and alignment from the top down.

Join a collaborative and bright team that plays an essential role in keeping transit running!

This position requires a minimum of three (3) days in-person per week.

Ensure a commitment to safety through consistent and professional behaviors in performance of job requirements. Safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work. Perform related duties as required. Serve as a good steward of Tri Met and maintain a strong and current understanding of customers’ experiences and of Tri Met’s product and service offerings. Reliable in-person attendance is an essential function of all positions.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight and support for all Tri Met's IT communication system technologies.

Perform advanced planning and design of high availability converged communication networks and implement solutions. Manage and document network configurations and performance baselines. Install hardware and software upgrades and expansions. Utilize and maintain network management applications.

Responsible for security on communication networks, ensuring best-practice protection and PCI/DSS and HIPPA compliance. Manage local and remote network access to ensure physical, technological, and social engineering security.

Manage copper and fiber cable plant.

Assist with budget and contracts for communication network maintenance and services.

Research, select and procure network hardware and software.

Oversee complex projects, including developing formal project plans, scope, timeline, costs, and implementation. Assign project tasks and work assignments to Engineers.

Work closely with all agency personnel and business partners to define their network needs and provide communication system consulting services. Provide end-user support, training, and documentation. Assist users in defining and resolving network-related problems.

Develop and implement network policies and procedures. Monitor adherence to agency standards, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree is required. A Bachelor's Degree in Network Communications or Network Security is preferred.
A minimum of four (4) years total credited experience.*
Four (4) years of experience in network management and network security are required.
Four (4) years of experience in network design and architecture of complex network environments are required.
Four (4) years of advanced engineering experience in the communication technology field in a corporate environment are preferred.
One (1) year of experience in training and user support for communication systems are preferred.
Possession of network communication technology certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent) is preferred.
Possession of current/valid Class C license issued by Oregon or…

Engineer, Senior, Network; Communications