Network Engineer II

Job ID

AF9813-1054-1826

Position Classification

FT Administrator

Position Summary

As part of the ITS Network Services Team, the Network Engineer II reports to the Senior Network Manager and shares the responsibility for designing, developing and maintaining the physical infrastructure of the University’s networking environment. The networking environment provides service for wired and wireless data connectivity, cable TV services, audio-visual network, residential network, environmental services, access control systems and camera systems. The Network Engineer will contribute to the implementation and maintenance of these networks by performing installation of network equipment, remediation of network issues and proactively managing network components. This position requires the individual to participate in on-call responsibilities and scheduled weekend maintenance work as required. To ensure that essential services are provided to the university community, the employee may be required to work outside their regular working hours as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement and troubleshoot network infrastructure solutions; Monitor and troubleshoot network performance issues; Perform regular maintenance and upgrades on network hardware and software; Install, configure, and maintain network equipment (routers, switches, etc.);Diagnose and resolve network-related issues; Provide second and third-tier technical support.
• Management of core network servers, firewalls, VPN services, network appliances, load balancers, storage area networks, backup solutions and other network devices; Set up and manage services like cable TV, AV systems, and security networks.
• Collaborate with IT teams and other departments for seamless system integration; Manage 3rd party and other department server/software.
• Maintain up-to-date network documentation.
• Coordinate with vendors for hardware/software delivery and troubleshooting.
• Other duties as assigned.