High Performance Computing Network Engineer II - 529239

The University of Alabama•Tuscaloosa, AL

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

The High Performance Computing Network Engineer II performs general network administration tasks for the University's High Performance Computing Center (HPCC) and, as needed, for the University's enterprise wired and wireless networks. Maintains and supports the University's HPCC network equipment and operating systems, including switches, access points, controllers, uninterruptible power supplies, and security devices. Serves as escalation resource for routing, performance, and other network problems. Participates in network problem identification, analysis, and resolution for low- to moderate-complexity problems. Assists with the strategy, planning, and design of the University's HPCC network. Supports the functionality and availability of UA's HPCC network by performing network engineering and administration independently or as directed. Handles ticket resolution. Manages Layer 2 switch configuration and deployment. Plans and manages the network fiber path. Performs IPAM configurations. Manages network closet UPS. Manages inventory and surplus.

Requirements

Master's degree and some network engineering experience; OR bachelor's degree and two (2) years of network engineering experience; OR associate's degree and four (4) years of IT experience to include two (2) years of network engineering; OR high school diploma or GED and six (6) years of IT experience to include two (2) years of network engineering.
Must have valid U.S. driver's license.
Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies.
Broad, in-depth knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol suite, specifically relating to routing of IP packets (RIP, OSPF, EGP, BGP, PIM).
Knowledge of IP data wired and wireless networks, including architecture, configuration, LAN and WAN protocols, and network security standards.
Strong technical troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work independently to complete goals.
Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree and one (1) year of network engineering experience.
CCNA certification.
Three (3) or more years of hands-on experience in a High Performance Computer Center with the following hardware/software experience: Cisco's NEXUS Dashboard, Cisco Nexus switches, Cisco Catalyst switches (IOS), Cisco Aironet APs, Cisco wireless controllers, Check Point firewalls, IP address management tools, OSFP/BGP protocols, or Cisco VPN/Anyconnect.

Responsibilities

Performs general network administration tasks for the University's High Performance Computing Center (HPCC) and, as needed, for the University's enterprise wired and wireless networks.
Maintains and supports the University's HPCC network equipment and operating systems, including switches, access points, controllers, uninterruptible power supplies, and security devices.
Serves as escalation resource for routing, performance, and other network problems.
Participates in network problem identification, analysis, and resolution for low- to moderate-complexity problems.
Assists with the strategy, planning, and design of the University's HPCC network.
Handles ticket resolution.
Manages Layer 2 switch configuration and deployment.
Plans and manages the network fiber path.
Performs IPAM configurations.
Manages network closet UPS.
Manages inventory and surplus.