Lead Network Systems Engineer

Posted: May 12, 2026 Salary: $102,930.24 - $153,100.20 annually USD Summary Lead Network Systems Engineer – requires onsite work. Position open until filled. Key Knowledge Areas Advanced Network Infrastructure Design and Management (LAN/WAN/Fiber/Wireless P2P/Cellular/Etc.) Microsoft Enterprise Site with M365/E5 Security Licensing / Exchange Hybrid Administration Active Directory and Azure AD Management IT Security Practices and Compliance (DOJ/CJIS, PCI DSS, NCUA Standards) High-Availability Infrastructure Management (VMware/vxRail, Hyper‑V) ITIL Framework / Service Desk Management with Freshservice Cloud Computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) Open Data and integrations via API Responsibilities Lead, plan, train, and review staff responsible for development, installation, implementation, testing, evaluation, and administration of local and wide area networks. Train assigned employees in network systems methods, procedures, and techniques. Verify work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper methods, and compliance with standards. Install and configure complex network hardware, software, and peripherals; troubleshoot and resolve server and networked device issues. Oversee and participate in installing and maintaining network components including routers, switches, bridges, hubs, digital service units, channel service units, and other equipment. Investigate, analyze, and resolve complex network‑related problems; recommend and implement changes and improvements. Evaluate network protocols, hardware, and software to determine suitability for City network needs. Monitor network security and performance; identify unauthorized access and potential risks. Provide support to network server administrative and maintenance operations; perform backups and install and configure software. Provide advanced desktop support to clients; install and configure hardware, software, OS, and peripherals. Perform technical writing duties developing system documentation, instructional and procedural manuals. Research and recommend purchase of computer equipment and peripherals; order as necessary. Collaborate with customers to determine best hardware and software for departmental projects. Perform complex system‑wide or network‑wide audits, and generate performance and security reports. Assist other departments in designing, authoring documents/programs; customize installed software as required. Develop network and system topology maps for staff understanding. Collaborate with other positions to learn day‑to‑day operations. Respond to public inquiries courteously and resolve complaints efficiently. Estimate time, materials, and equipment for assigned jobs; requisition materials as required. Perform related duties as required. Qualifications / Knowledge Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive local and wide area network program. Principles of lead supervision and training. Advanced principles and practices of network system design, installation and maintenance. Advanced principles of hardware and software configuration and installation. Experience with all operating systems in use: Windows Desktop, Windows Server, Microsoft Hyper‑V, Apple iOS. All aspects of configuring and maintaining system security, network security, and site security for information systems. All available WAN technologies currently in use; installation and maintenance of routers, switches, access points, wireless LAN equipment and firewalls. LAN maintenance, installation, troubleshooting – particularly TCP/IP. Advanced troubleshooting of hardware and software problems. Cabling protocols, hardware, and software. Technical specifications, standard performance, and configuration options for common components and peripherals. Distributed database installation, structuring, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Internet, HTML, CGI scripting, desktop publishing or user interface design. National telecommunications infrastructure knowledge; ability to work with providers. Customer service principles. Pertinent federal, state and local codes, laws and regulations. Ability to Lead, organize, and review the work of staff. Independently perform the most difficult network systems tasks. Interpret, explain, and enforce department policies and procedures. Evaluate complex hardware and software requirements. Implement complex hardware and software changes and enhancements. Analyze, troubleshoot and resolve highly technical networking issues. Install, configure, troubleshoot and/or repair complex hardware and software problems. Respond to requests and inquiries from network users. Be adaptive to new systems and technology. Understand complex relationships between components in a networked environment. Analyze and define problems; conceptualize feasible solutions and present to non‑technical users. Develop and revise complex computer programs. Document and diagram existing code. Coordinate meetings for product/project demonstrations. Evaluate existing systems and recommend enhancements. Make necessary changes to any computer component within the organization. Lead and coordinate activities of a computer user group. Train other employees individually or in groups. Understand consequences of changes on individual and entire organizational system. Coordinate with staff to meet deadlines while minimizing downtime. Work independently without supervision. Demonstrate cultural diversity awareness. Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Minimum Requirements Honesty and ethical character to work with law enforcement; must pass police department background investigation, including criminal records, personal history interview, references and polygraph examination. Bachelor's degree from accredited college/university with coursework in computer science, information systems or related field. Four years (full‑time equivalent) of increasingly responsible network administration experience, including two years of experience at a level comparable to a Network Systems Engineer with the City. Additional qualifying experience may substitute for required education on a year‑for‑year basis. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr