Network Engineer Job at Poarch Band of Creek Indians, Atmore, AL

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  • Poarch Band of Creek Indians
  • Atmore, AL

Job Description

Network Engineer 
This position is on-site – No relocation provided
Starting salary will be based on experience and qualifications

Join Our Mission
The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.

 

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and innovative Network Engineer who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about delivering high-performing technology solutions. In this pivotal role, you will design, implement, manage, and optimize the network and server infrastructure supporting the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. Your work will directly influence reliability, cybersecurity, and operational excellence across the Tribal Government.

We value professionals who demonstrate accountability, flexibility, and collaboration — and who embody our core organizational values: Perseverance, Opportunity, Accountability, Respect, Culture, and Honesty .

Preference shall be given in accordance with Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code What You’ll Do
• Design, deploy, and maintain network switches, routers, wireless systems, and firewalls
• Monitor and troubleshoot network performance, connectivity, and system reliability
• Manage enterprise servers (physical & virtual), SAN storage, and backup solutions
• Conduct cybersecurity assessments, risk mitigation, and firewall configuration
• Maintain disaster recovery readiness and infrastructure documentation
• Support secure remote access and quality network performance across facilities
• Manage vendor relationships and technology procurement
• Provide escalation support and mentorship to junior technical staff
• Participate in on-call rotation for urgent network needs
• Continuously evaluate and implement emerging technologies
• Other related duties as assigned What You Bring
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field
Equivalent experience (additional 4+ years) may substitute for degree
CCNA certification required ; additional technical certifications strongly preferred
• 3+ years of experience in complex network engineering environments
• Proven experience with enterprise firewalls, wireless infrastructure, virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), SANs, and backup systems
• Strong knowledge of data protection, disaster recovery, and cybersecurity practices
• Ability to work outside normal hours when necessary
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
• Must pass all required background checks

Core Strengths
• Advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Skilled in network monitoring tools, performance tuning, and QoS
• Strong documentation, organization, and compliance discipline
• Effective communicator who works well across departments
• Proactive, innovative mindset with drive for continuous improvement

Total Rewards Package
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program including:
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and voluntary benefits
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Performance bonuses and COLA increases

 

Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application.

**Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as child-sensitive or data-sensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Remote work, Relocation,

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