Network Administrator

Network AdministratorThe Network Administrator implements and maintains network infrastructure; administers daily operations of network resources; troubleshoots and resolves student and staff networking issues; serves as a Network Engineering liaison to internal and external service providers.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Installs and performs ongoing maintenance on networking infrastructure. This includes: routers, switches, wireless networking solutions, firewalls, power and environmental devices and network cabling.Diagnoses, troubleshoots and resolves performance, connectivity and related network problems.Serve as liaison for network cabling requests and manage all network activations.Monitor traffic between networks and create new VLANs, VRFs and firewall policies when necessary.Assists in administrative duties such as managing network cabling documentation, network reporting and IP address management.Determines technical requirements and acts as a Network Engineering liaison to University internal and external services to deploy network-based devices and services.Manages network cable and hardware inventory.Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:Researches and evaluates technical and financial feasibility of network products for possible acquisition and deployment.Maintains job-related skills through formal training, individual study and research.Serve as a technical resource to student staff.Assist the Information Security team in day-to-day operations of network security tools such as firewalls and VPN solutions.Minimum Qualifications:A Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least three years of network administration experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal relationship and collaboration skills are required.Demonstrated knowledge of L2 switches and IEEE 802.1ad and 802.1q network standards.Demonstrated knowledge of data communications cabling.Basic troubleshooting skills for cabling/jacks and end user devices.Basic knowledge of AC, DC power, UPS and power management.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented, inclusive and diverse environmentDemonstrated experience and commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.Valid driver's license.PreferredKnowledge of Power-over-Ethernet standards (802.3af, 802.3at, 802.3bt), requirements, and limitations.Knowledge of routing protocols, such as SPBM, IS-IS, BGP, OSPF, VXLAN/EVPN.Demonstrated knowledge of RF parameters, 802.11 network standardsKnowledge of data communications wiring (CAT 6/6A, Fiber) and terminations.Experience using hand tools and network testing equipment.Familiarity-with/programming-of load balancers, SIEM environment including firewalls, IPAM and HEOA compliance services a plus.Prior experience working with Extreme, Ruckus, Aruba, or Fortinet preferredKnowledge of IPv4 and IPv6.Physical Requirements and/or Work Hours:Eligible to work from home 1 to 2 days per week with supervisor approval. This role directly supports on campus equipment and users with a primary work location of Hawk Hill (Philadelphia) and occasional travel to University City campus (Philadelphia) and Lancaster PA campus.Walking is required, along with standing, sitting, kneeling, lifting, crawling, and working in confined spaces.Ability to lift up to 30lbs and transport equipment on a hand truck.Position requires on-call responsibilityPeriodically scheduled upgrades or unplanned outages will necessitate late night or early morning attendance/availability.Perform job functions in various environments, including but not limited to,, dark basements and crawl spaces, noisy mechanical rooms and construction sites.Ability to travel between campusesPay TransparencyThe estimated pay range for this position is $80,000-$85,000 annually. Offered salary will be commensurate with work experience and educational background.