Network Engineer

Position Summary

The Network Engineer is responsible for the installation, configuration, monitoring, and operational support of the College's enterprise network infrastructure. Reporting to the Senior Network Engineer, this position supports day-to-day administration of Cisco-based wired and wireless networks serving academic buildings, residence halls, and administrative offices. The Network Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring reliable connectivity, resolving network issues, and supporting ongoing network modernization initiatives in a higher education environment.

Description of Key Responsibility:

1. Infrastructure Support: Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Cisco switches, routers, wireless access points, and other devices utilizing the campus IP network.
2. Monitoring & Analysis: Utilize network monitoring tools to track performance metrics, identify problems, and generate reports.
3. Routine Maintenance: Execute routine moves/adds/changes, scheduled firmware updates, patch management, perform cable diagnostics and configuration backups under the guidance of senior staff.
4. Troubleshooting: Act as the first line of defense for network connectivity issues, escalating complex problems to the Senior Engineer when necessary.
5. Documentation: Maintain accurate network diagrams, IP address schemes, and hardware inventory records.
6. Security Assistance: Assist in the implementation of network security policies, including ACLs, VPN configurations, and firewall rule updates.

OTHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Support the College's mission, vision, and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College's Strategic Plan.
2. Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement.
3. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students, and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative, and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.

Education/Training:

Minimum Requirement: Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Required Certification: CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate).
• Desirable Certifications: CWNA (Certified Wireless Network Administrator) or other relevant networking certifications.

Experience:

Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience in network engineering, network administration, or a related technical role. Experience in a higher education environment is preferred.

Posted: 03-Mar-26

Location: Naperville, Illinois

Internal Number: 15457

Employment Status: Administrative