Salary: $39.73 - $47.44 Hourly
Location : Texas 77515, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 1983
Department: Information Systems
Opening Date: 08/25/2025

Description
Brazoria County Information Technology | Angleton, Texas | Full-Time

Ready to make a real impact with your tech skills? Brazoria County is looking for a talented and driven Senior Network Engineer to join our dedicated IT team.
Located on the beautiful Texas Gulf Coast, just south of Houston, we're a community focused on providing outstanding public services. In this role, you won't just be managing routers and switches; you'll be the architect of the digital backbone that supports our first responders, county courts, public health services, and more. If you're passionate about building secure, reliable networks and serving your community, we want to hear from you!
Example of Duties
What You'll Do

As our Senior Network Engineer, you will be the go-to expert for the county's network infrastructure. Your work will ensure seamless connectivity and security for all county operations.

• Architect & Innovate: Design, implement, and manage our robust county-wide network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, VoIP, and data center networks.
• Secure & Protect: Act as a guardian of our digital assets by configuring and managing firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and access control lists.
• Ensure Peak Performance: Proactively monitor network health using advanced tools, troubleshoot complex Tier 3 issues, and guarantee the high availability of critical systems.
• Lead & Mentor: Spearhead network-related projects from conception to completion, collaborate with vendors, and share your valuable expertise with junior team members.
• Strategize & Document: Develop and maintain comprehensive network diagrams and documentation and play a key role in shaping our long-term technology roadmap.

Qualifications
What You'll Bring

We're looking for a seasoned professional with a blend of deep technical knowledge and strong communication skills.

• Proven Experience: A solid 5-7+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering, with a demonstrated history of managing complex network environments.
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of Cisco routing and switching (Nexus, Catalyst), next-generation firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, or similar), and enterprise wireless technologies.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: An analytical approach to troubleshooting with the ability to diagnose and resolve intricate network issues efficiently and under pressure.
• Strong Communication: The ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and work collaboratively across departments.
• Education: A bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. An equivalent combination of certifications and professional experience will also be considered.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Advanced certifications like Cisco CCNP/CCIE or PCNSE.
• Experience with SD-WAN technologies.
• Familiarity with public sector or government IT environments.
• Knowledge of cloud networking concepts (Azure, AWS).

Supplemental Information
Why Join Brazoria County?

We believe in supporting those who serve our community. We offer an environment where you can grow professionally while enjoying a fantastic quality of life.

• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Excellent Health Benefits: Enjoy robust medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
• Secure Your Future: Participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS) with a generous county match, setting you up for a comfortable retirement.
• Work-Life Balance: We value your time outside of work. Benefit from paid vacation, sick leave, and 14 county holidays.
• Meaningful Work: Know that your contributions directly support the safety, health, and well-being of over 370,000 residents. Your work matters here.

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role where you can see the direct impact of your work every day, we encourage you to apply!

Please submit your application through the Brazoria County Human Resources portal

For a list of employee benefits please visit Benefit Guide
Brazoria County is a local government entity that offers competitive salaries with an excellent benefits package, which includes:

Government Pension through TCDRS with 7% fixed interest and a county match of 2:1 at retirement; we do not pay into Social Security but instead contribute to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan as an additional savings for retirement (AUL).

Excellent medical/dental insurance (Aetna) for employees and dependent coverage rates. Free employee health clinic and free tele-health services.

Section 125 Cafeteria Plans including- Aflac, Humana and others; free LTD; free Life Insurance coverage up to $200 (age reduction); with AD&D.

Employee Assistance Program for all employees and any member of household; 14 paid holidays, vacation and sick benefits.

At retirement, a free paid up $50K Life Insurance policy; a 401h retiree medical reimbursement plan, free access to our employee health clinic.