Sr. Network Engineer

Kings Point, NY, US • Posted 5 hours ago • Updated 5 hours ago

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No Travel Required

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Network Engineer

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Key Responsibilities

Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and 24/7 maintenance of the District’s transportation communication network.

ITS Infrastructure Support: Managing the fiber optic and wireless networks that connect traffic signals, CCTV cameras, and digital message boards across the District.
Network Security: Implementing firewalls and encryption to protect sensitive transportation data and prevent unauthorized access to traffic control systems.
Data Center Management: Maintaining the core network infrastructure within DDOT data centers, ensuring high availability and failover capabilities.
Troubleshooting: Diagnosing complex connectivity issues between field devices (like intersection controllers) and the central Traffic Management Center (TMC).
Vendor Coordination: Working with telecommunication providers and hardware vendors to upgrade aging copper lines to high-speed fiber.

### Technical Requirements & Skills

Candidates are typically expected to have a mix of standard networking expertise and specialized hardware knowledge.

Category	Requirements
Certifications	CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) or JNCIP (Juniper) is often preferred.
Protocols	Deep knowledge of BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, TCP/IP, and IPv6 transition strategies.
Hardware	Experience with Cisco ISR/ASR routers, Nexus switches, and Palo Alto or Fortinet firewalls.
Field Tech	Familiarity with Ruggedized/Industrial Ethernet switches used in outdoor cabinets.
Education	Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

### Preferred Qualifications for DDOT

Because this is a government role focused on public safety and mobility, certain "extras" stand out:

Experience with GIS: Understanding how network assets map to physical locations across D.C.’s eight wards.
Wireless Expertise: Knowledge of 5G/CBRS small cells and Dedicated Short Range Communications (DSRC) for vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) technology.
Public Sector Experience: Familiarity with District government procurement processes and compliance standards (like NIST or FedRAMP).

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 91122985
Position Id: 8929183
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