Network Administrator

Network AdministratorHot JobEast Hartford, CTThe mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.Position Description Summary/Purpose:The Network Administrator handles all aspects of the configuration and maintenance of the University and Magnet School networking environment. This position diagnoses and resolves problems quickly. The primary goal is to ensure that the University and Magnet School's network infrastructure runs smoothly and efficiently.Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:Network infrastructure, including switches, firewalls, wireless access points/controllers, VPN appliances, network management platforms, and related systems.Configure, maintain, and monitor enterprise firewalls, including rule creation and review, intrusion prevention, logging, and change management, to ensure secure, reliable network access while supporting instructional, administrative, and compliance requirements.Configure and maintain VPN connections (L2TP, IPSec, SSL, site-to-site, client access).Configure and maintain Layer 2 switches and maintain complex VLAN structures for segmenting administrative, instructional, and guest traffic.Deploy and maintain campus-wide Wi-Fi environments and manage the eduroam authenticated roaming platform for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.Utilize network management utilities to proactively monitor latency, throughput, and hardware health.Adheres to cybersecurity best practices and proactively implements security controls to protect systems, networks, and data.Acts in a Tier 2 and 3 Helpdesk support role as needed, and as a backup to the Tier 1 Helpdesk roles.Responds to and presents information to inquiries and/or complaints from all levels within and outside the organization.Leads technical discussions and solution design.Ability to work a flexible schedule.Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.Other Functions:Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.Knowledge, Ability and Skill:Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.Ability to read, analyze and interpret common technical journalsAbility to lead colleagues in technical discussions and solution designStrong communication skills; able to explain technical issues to non-expertsStrong diagnostic, evaluation, analysis, and problem-solving skillsQualificationsEducation, Training and Experience:Requires an A.S. and/or 2 to 4 years of related experience, preferably in an educational environmentPreferred Certifications – Network+, Security+, Firewall certification from an industry leader (Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Check Point). CCNA is highly desirableSpecial Requirements:Valid driver's license and insured vehiclePhysical and Mental Requirements:Outdoor Weather Conditions - XWork with fumes or airborne particles - XWork near moving mechanical parts - XRisk of electrical shock - XVibration - XPhysical Activity - None - Under 1/3 - 1/3 to 2/3 - Over 2/3Standing - XWalking - XSitting - XTalking & Hearing - XUsing hands/fingers to handle/feel - XClimbing or balancing - XBending, pulling, pushing - XDriving - XLifting Requirements - None - Under 1/3 - 1/3 to 2/3 - Over 2/3Up to 10 pounds - XUp to 25 pounds - XUp to 50 pounds - XUp to 75 pounds - XUp to 100 pounds - XOver 100 pounds - XVision Requirements:_X_ Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)___ Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)___ Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)___ Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down orleft and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)___ Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances andspatial relationships)___ No special vision requirements___ No special vision requirementsFull-Time Employee Benefits:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsurancePet Insurance401k employer matchEmployee & dependent life insuranceGreat tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependentsPTO programFlexible work schedules(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the University as the needs of the University and requirements of the job change.)