Network Engineer II

New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. That’s our focus at JPL. We ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answers—literally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your mission—your opportunity—is to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If you’re driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, you’re ready for JPL. Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence. JPL has been a critical part of space exploration since the beginning, with an unmatched history of creating groundbreaking advances in science and technology. Designing, building, and testing new technologies requires the support and expertise of security professionals to protect the personnel, physical assets, and intellectual property that make such breakthroughs possible. This position will be a member of the Protective Services Division’s Physical and Electronic Security Group (PESG) and will report to the PESG Group Supervisor. Primary responsibilities include maintaining and upgrading the Laboratory’s electronic security network infrastructure that consists of, but not limited to, access control, network cameras, intrusion detection, computer aided dispatch and 911 call processing systems. In addition, you will assist with supporting Fire Alarm system network activities. Responsibilities Develop complex network engineering plans and partner with other network engineers to develop networks for security customers. Implement network engineering plans, networks for customers and network management tools. Perform needs assessments for complex network segments. Partner with other network engineers to create cost/benefit estimates, presentations, negotiations, installation, problem resolution, and multi‑vendor product integration. Provide engineering assistance in all customer interaction situations, including receipt of specifications, design, test, and response to service requests. Define systems requirements and resolve complex problems. Provide initial implementation assessment and recommendation of networks to assure proper execution. Apply network tools and perform complex analysis of various network technologies and network research. Debug complex network problems and perform related tests. Resolve complex system failures or degradations. Apply broad knowledge in the field to create documentation. Evaluate the efficiency of the network and systems operations and make recommendations involving equipment and software efficiency and the need for replacement. Provide problem and incident investigation and recommend resolution for complex problems. Recommend modifications or expansion to the network and systems running on the networks. Monitor performance of network equipment and applications. Make recommendations for improvements. Monitor network health to ensure that operations are in accordance with established NASA policies and procedures with maintaining established levels of service. Make recommendations for improvements. Perform complex and varied job functions and activities within discipline. Qualifications Extensive understanding and wide application of principles, theories, concepts and techniques in a relevant field of knowledge. Extensive knowledge of applicable industry and/or academic practices and standards. Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of related experience or Master’s with 1 year of related experience or PhD with 0 years of experience. Proven understanding of general job aspects of installation, maintenance, and systems. Strong understanding of assessing and troubleshooting equipment problems, repairing, or determining if equipment must be sent off‑site for service. Detailed understanding of installing cable runs, cable splice/terminations, and connecting equipment to an existing electronic infrastructure with applicable knowledge and skills. Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible to acquire a Secret Security Clearance. Desired Qualifications Broad knowledge in one or more related fields of electronic security with a focus on Milestone video management systems/software and Lenel access control systems/software. Strong MS Office computer skills including Word, PowerPoint and Excel and familiarity with Visio, Paint, or CAD software applications. Extensive knowledge of applicable Laboratory policies and procedures, NASA policies and procedures, and government regulations. Motorola Land Mobile Radio system familiarity with a focus on K‑Core software and hardware systems. Benefits JPL has a catalog of benefits and perks that span from the traditional to the unique. This includes a variety of health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans, paid time off, learning, rideshare, childcare, flexible schedule, parental leave and many more. Our focus is on work‑life balance, and living healthy, fulfilling lives as we Dare Mighty Things Together. For benefits‑eligible positions, benefits are effective the first day of the month coincident with or immediately following the employee’s start date. The typical full‑time equivalent annual hiring range for this job in Pasadena, California is $122,720 – $126,672. Equal Opportunity Employer JPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status or any other characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state or local law. In addition, JPL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EEO is the Law. EEO is the Law Supplement. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. Due to rules imposed by NASA, JPL will not accept applications from citizens of designated countries or those born in a designated country unless they are U.S. Citizens, Legal Permanent Residents of the U.S. or have other protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). The Designated Countries List is available here. #J-18808-Ljbffr