Junior Network Administrator

Junior Network Administrator

SUNY Brockport

Salary: $74,895.00 - $82,778.00 Annually

Location: SUNY Brockport

Job Type: Professional Full-Time

Job Number: 2500240

Division: Administration and Finance

Department: Information Technology Services (BITS)

Opening Date: 03/16/2026

SUMMARY

SUNY Brockport is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Network Administrator to join our IT team. This position will assist in the design, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of our network infrastructure, with a secondary focus on supporting telecommunications systems. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of networking concepts, a willingness to learn, and the ability to collaborate effectively with other IT staff.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions:

• Provides Tier 1/Tier 2 support for network-related service requests and incidents.
• Supports the installation, configuration, and maintenance of network equipment, including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, and UPS systems.
• Monitors network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Supports LAN, WLAN, WAN, and VPN connectivity for users across multiple locations.
• Maintains network documentation, diagrams, and inventory records.
• Contributes to network security initiatives, including updates, patching, security audits and compliance checks.
• Assists team with supporting on-site data center operations including installing and removing data racks, servers, and cable systems, and also monitoring HVAC, and UPS power systems.
• Provides support for voice/phone operations including configuring phones, voice mail, call routing and e911 functions.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree by the time of appointment from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized college or university
• Experience with networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, VLANs, switching technologies)
• Experience with network monitoring tools
• Basic understanding of network security principles
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Cisco, Meraki, or similar networking equipment
• Experience with WiFi / WLAN system configuration and performing WLAN Site Surveys
• Familiarity with VoIP systems, voice gateways, voice trunk circuits and telecommunication concepts

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work Schedule:

37.5 hours/week: Monday-Friday, 8 am-4 pm, with some flexibility and occasional requests to work non-standard times.

Benefits: This position is benefits eligible. Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport.

Application Instructions:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Visit jobs.hr.brockport.edu to complete an application including your cover letter that addresses required and preferred qualifications, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.