Network Engineer

The Network Engineer role will implement and support the University's enterprise Cisco network environment. This role focuses on engineering-level execution, advanced troubleshooting, and technical leadership for complex network systems, while operating within established architectural standards and strategic direction.

The Network Engineer works beyond day-to-day administration to deliver reliable, secure, and scalable network solutions, supporting academic instruction, research, healthcare-related programs, and administrative operations. This position partners closely with Network Administrators, Information Security, and infrastructure teams to ensure the network operates effectively and evolves in a controlled, supportable manner.

Essential Functions:

Network Engineering & Implementation

* Engineer, implement, and enhance enterprise network solutions across wired, wireless, WAN, and security domains.

* Translate approved designs and standards into production-ready configurations and implementations.

* Lead technical execution for network upgrades, expansions, and major changes.

* Validate configurations and changes to ensure performance, resilience, and security requirements are met.

Advanced Troubleshooting & Escalation

* Serve as the escalation point for complex or non-routine network issues beyond administrative support.

* Perform deep technical troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective engineering actions.

* Resolve systemic performance, stability, and interoperability issues.

* Support post-incident analysis and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Security Engineering & Controls

* Engineer and implement network security controls including segmentation, access control, firewall policies, and secure remote connectivity.

* Partner with Information Security to implement security requirements aligned with FERPA, HIPAA, PCI, and institutional standards.

* Support vulnerability remediation and security-driven network changes.

Standards, Lifecycle & Optimization

* Implement and enforce network engineering standards and best practices.

* Participate in lifecycle planning for network hardware, software, and licensing.

* Evaluate and test new features, platforms, and capabilities within existing network standards.

* Ensure engineered solutions are operationally supportable by Network Administrators.

Collaboration & Technical Leadership

* Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Network Administrators.

* Work with cross-functional IT teams to deliver integrated infrastructure solutions.

* Coordinate with vendors and service providers on complex technical issues and implementations.

* Clearly document engineered solutions and transition them into operational support.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent professional experience.

* Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification

* 4+ years of experience in network engineering roles.

* Strong hands-on experience with:

* Cisco Enterprise routing and switching

* Cisco wireless networks

* Cisco VPN technologies

* Palo Alto Firewalls

* Demonstrated experience implementing and supporting complex network environments.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Cisco Hardware & Cisco IOS

* DHCP and DNS

* Ethernet

* Fiber Optics - Network

* Data Center Operations

* Network Security Fundamentals

* Performance Tuning/Monitoring

* Accountability & Adaptability

* Collaboration and teamwork

* Customer Relationship Management

* Innovative/creative thinking

* Mission/Service orientation

* Backup Management Systems

* Telecommunications - Video/Voice

* Wireless Networking

* Network Security Principles

* Network operating systems

* Equipment configuration, testing, and repair

* Knowledge of network protocols

* Knowledge of Server operating systems.

* Network evaluation using standard tools.

* Ability to accurately diagnose problems.

* Operate network test equipment

* Openness (zest) for learning

* Results orientation

* Vendor Relationship Management

* Oral/written communication

* Time Management

* Technical Writing

* Problem Solving

Licenses/Certifications:

* CCNA Preferred

* ITIL certification or achieve certification within 6 months of hire