Network Systems Engineer - Information Technology

Company: Southeast Missouri State University

Job Location: Cape Girardeau, MO

Category: Network/System Administrator

Type: Full-Time

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 202500239

Department: Information Technology

Position Summary

Network Systems Engineer, Information Technology, Full-Time

Primary Responsibilities:

• Monitor network performance, analyze network traffic, troubleshoot, and provide solutions to all network problems
• Create and maintain firewalls for network security
• Develop, implement, and monitor network security strategies
• Design and maintain VLANs and subnets to optimize and secure the campus network
• Implement and support core TCP/IP services (DHCP, DNS, VPN, etc.)
• Plan installation of network switches and other network hardware
• Troubleshoot network connection issues
• Develop, document, and maintain policies and procedures for network administration
• Manage servers and application environments critical to network services
• Recommend, schedule, and perform software and hardware improvements, upgrades, patches, reconfigurations, and/or purchases
• Work with IT management on disaster recovery solutions
• Work with IT management to plan and design the campus network topology
• Work with IT management to manage the campus IP space
• Analyze and recommend solutions to improve overall performance, redundancy, and scalability of infrastructure
• Perform research on new technologies and provide findings through verbal presentations and written reports

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. Four years of relevant experience can be substituted for the bachelor's degree
• Experience with Windows Server and UNIX operating systems
• Experience maintaining network firewalls and setting up network services (DNS, DHCP, VPN)
• Experience setting up routers and switches
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision as well as part of a team; Experience in a higher educational environment a plus
• Knowledge of TCP/IP layers and protocols
• Knowledge of network monitoring tools and techniques
• Troubleshooting skills
• Programming skills for scripting/automating network monitoring and configuration tasks
• Good communication and documentation skills
• Available after hours and/or on weekends to install and maintain hardware or software components and to troubleshoot any network service interruptions
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of quality customer service

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. This position is not fully remote and will require working on-campus in Cape Girardeau, MO.

Required Information & Deadline

Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by August 8, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

To Apply: Complete the online application by clicking on the APPLY button. You will need to submit the following: Letter of interest addressing all required position qualifications, Current resume, Names and contact information of three professional references may be asked for at a later date if not provided.

Additional Information

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching, and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high-quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty, and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.

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