Network Administrator

Network AdministratorThe Network Administrator position is primarily on campus and requires regular in-person attendance. Occasional hybrid work opportunities may be available based on operational needs and approval. This position is not budgeted for visa sponsorship. The role includes administrative and privileged access to critical College technology systems and requires a high degree of responsibility, discretion, confidentiality, and integrity. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Juniata's full-time benefits package prioritizes the well-being and work-life balance of employees: medical; vision; dental; retirement (403b); paid vacation, sick leave, holiday time; tuition benefit (employee, spouse, and dependents); wellness programming; additional insurance programs.Position InformationJob Title - Network AdministratorPosting Number - 20110685Pay Rate - Starting at $70K, final offer commensurate with experiencePosition Type - AdministrationPosition Summary InformationKey Responsibilities - Juniata College, a nationally ranked liberal arts institution located in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, seeks a Network Administrator to join our collaborative and innovative Administrative Information Systems (AIS) team. The Network Administrator is responsible for the operation, reliability, security, and continued development of Juniata College's campus network and related communications infrastructure. This position serves as the primary technical resource for wired and wireless networking and is responsible for administering, monitoring, troubleshooting, and improving the College's network environment. The position combines day-to-day network operations with opportunities to design and implement infrastructure improvements, contribute to network security and resiliency, and provide technical leadership for network-related projects. As part of a small, collaborative ITS organization, the Network Administrator will also work across infrastructure, systems, security, and support areas as needed.Administer, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot campus wired and wireless networks, including switching, routing, wireless, Internet connectivity, and associated network services.Administer and optimize the College's centralized network management environment, including Aruba Central.Monitor network availability, capacity, performance, and security and proactively address potential issues.Plan, design, and implement network improvements and lifecycle replacements that enhance reliability, capacity, redundancy, security, and operational efficiency.Administer and support network security technologies and controls, including firewalls, VPN/remote access, network segmentation, wireless security, network authentication, NAC, and 802.1X.Plan and support physical network infrastructure, including copper and fiber-optic cabling, telecommunications spaces, network equipment, and associated backup power.Provide network design and implementation expertise for new construction, renovations, and other campus projects.Participate in disaster recovery and business continuity planning, implementation, documentation, and testing for network and communication services.Lead or provide technical leadership for network-related projects and coordinate work with vendors, telecommunications providers, and contractors.Evaluate emerging networking technologies and recommend solutions appropriate to the College's technical, operational, and financial requirements.Create and maintain network diagrams, configurations, standards, procedures, and other technical documentation.Collaborate with Information Security and other ITS staff to identify risks, implement appropriate safeguards, troubleshoot complex issues, and continuously improve College technology services.Maintain current knowledge of networking, infrastructure, and security technologies and assist with related ITS initiatives as needed.Perform related duties as assigned.Position Qualifications - • Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, networking, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and relevant professional experience.• Professional experience administering and supporting enterprise wired and wireless networks.• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, enterprise wireless networking, and network troubleshooting.• Working knowledge of network security concepts and technologies, including firewalls, VPNs, segmentation, authentication, and access controls.• Knowledge of structured copper cabling, fiber-optic networking, and wireless infrastructure.• Experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools and demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot complex technical issues.• Ability to evaluate technical requirements and implement solutions in a production environment.• Strong communication and documentation skills, including the ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences.• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple priorities, and learn new technologies.• Strong judgment, responsibility, and integrity appropriate to a position with privileged access to critical institutional infrastructure.• Ability to respond to critical network or system outages outside normal working hours when required.Supervision Required/Given - This position reports to the Assistant Chief Information Officer and works under general guidelines and direction. The Network Administrator is expected to exercise independent technical judgment while collaborating closely with other ITS staff. The position may provide technical direction to student employees, contractors, vendors, or other staff involved in network-related projects but does not necessarily have formal supervisory responsibilities.Preferred Qualifications - Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: Aruba enterprise networking products and Aruba Central. Enterprise wireless design and optimization. NAC, 802.1X, and certificate-based network authentication. Next-generation firewalls, VPNs, and network segmentation. Network monitoring, logging, packet analysis, or configuration management. High-availability networking and redundant Internet connectivity. Campus fiber infrastructure and structured cabling. Disaster recovery or secondary-site networking. Network automation, scripting, or APIs. Networking within higher education, a multi-building campus, or a similarly complex enterprise environment. Relevant networking or network security certifications.Physical Demands - After-hours and on-call support is required for emergencies, critical outages, and planned maintenance. Work may take place in offices, classrooms, residence halls, telecommunications rooms, equipment rooms, and other campus infrastructure spaces. Duties may require using ladders, accessing cabling above ceilings or below floors, installing and troubleshooting network equipment, and moving between campus buildings. Must be able to lift, carry, push, or position equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Applicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeCover LetterList of 3 ReferencesOptional Documents