Network Systems Engineer/Architect

Type:

• Contract

Full Time or Part Time:

• Full-Time

Pay Rate:

• TBD

Location:

• Orlando, FL 32801

Language Requirements:

• Write, read, and speak English fluently.

Language Preferences:

• N/A

Job Overview:

This is a professional technical position that performs planning and design of voice, data, and trunked radio network communications for all Government departments and Elected Officials. A person in this classification establishes standards and methods for voice, data, and trunked radio network communications, defines the strategic direction for electronic communications, microwave systems, and provides consulting services to all Government departments, Elected Officials and State agencies.

Your responsibilities will include: Develops network requirements from customer needs, defines functional and technical specifications and architects a suitable network infrastructure design. Obtains quotes for the procurement of these networks. Performs project management for networks planned and under construction. Acquires hardware and software to support the network requirements. Provides second tier support for problem resolution and interfaces with vendors, telephone companies and Government departments, Elected Officials and State agencies. Analyses network performance and performs capacity planning to engineer the appropriate type and size circuits, bi-directional amplifier and distributed antennas systems. Researches, tests and evaluates cost benefits of emerging technologies to determine applicability to government requirements. Provides support in RF, multiple radio management systems, RF test equipment, antenna concepts, FCC licensing, radio dispatch consoles, repeater systems, transmission lines, and bulkheads. Develops and delivers technical training and seminars on network technologies used by the Government. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements:

• Four years of experience supporting converged voice and data networks, trunked simulcast radio systems with multiple locations. An equivalent combination of education and experience, technical training, which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities is acceptable.

• Ability to program and support voice and data networks, microwave systems, and trunked radio systems and software.

• Must be able to support communication systems after hours (on call) on a rotational basis.

Experience Preferences:

• TBD

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift light equipment or materials, generally up to 30-50 pounds.

• Adequate vision to perform tasks effectively, including close and distance work.

• Good hearing ability to effectively communicate and respond to auditory cues.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or other closely related field. Four years of experience supporting converged voice and data networks, trunked simulcast radio systems with multiple locations.

Education Preferences:

• An equivalent combination of education and experience, technical training, which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities is acceptable.

Training Schedule:

• TBD

Schedule:

• TBD

Dress Code:

• Business Casual

Benefits:

• TBD

Additional Information:

Drug screening, background and reference checks are performed if required. Valid identification and reliable transportation required. We are an E-Verify employer. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if
necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Our employees are authorized to work in the United States.