Network Engineer II (AI)

Location: Onsite at the main campus in Stephenville, Texas, United States. Standard hours are Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm, with limited after-hours, evening, weekend, and holiday work as required.

Annual base salary: $53,496.80–$58,846.48, commensurate with experience and subject to funding availability.

Company

hirify.global is a doctoral comprehensive university within the Texas A&M University System, with campuses in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan, and Waco, plus an online community.

What you will do

• Implement network designs, installation-standard certification tests, new technology deployments, and integration testing.
• Analyze, troubleshoot, track, and repair enterprise data communications networks while working with clients to support their goals.
• Apply automation and AI-driven solutions to improve network monitoring, incident response, security posture, and operational efficiency.
• Monitor and maintain network security and review the accuracy of engineering designs, plans, maps, methods, and procedures.
• Document network problems and repairs and assist project leaders with work plans, schedules, staffing, and equipment requirements.
• Serve as a Campus Security Authority.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications, advanced analysis, troubleshooting, problem-solving, client relations, requirements assessment and analysis, project management methodology, and ITIL.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, including communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grids, hazardous waste treatment systems, or water treatment systems.

Nice to have

• Network-related certifications such as JNCIA-Junos, CCNA, Network+, ECSE Design, CompTIA A+, Net+, or Security+.
• Network-related experience in a higher-education enterprise environment, including WLAN and LAN.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Work in an academic community focused on teaching, research, service, innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth.
• All positions are security-sensitive and require a criminal history investigation and verification of credentials or other required information.
• hirify.global will not pay the $100,000 fee associated with new H-1B petitions; a Texas moratorium may also affect employment for candidates requiring current or future sponsorship.

Hiring process

• Submit a completed online application, cover letter or letter of interest, CV or resume, and at least three current professional references with full contact information.
• Enter all application data before submitting; applications cannot be changed or supplemented after submission, and incomplete applications or entries stating “See resume” will not be considered.
• Initial application review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.