Network Engineer III

University of Central Florida • Orlando, FL

1d • $75,809 - $104,238 • Onsite

About The Position

The UCF IT Department within Facilities and Business Operations is seeking to hire a Network Engineer III. This role is responsible for supporting the operation, maintenance, and implementation of enterprise network security services to ensure a secure, reliable, and high-performing network environment. This role manages critical technologies such as firewalls, VPN solutions, and network access control (NAC) systems, while contributing to proactive monitoring, incident response, and continuous improvement of security operations. Working in alignment with established CIS and NIST frameworks, this position plays a key role in protecting university systems and data through operational excellence, compliance adherence, and effective collaboration with cross-functional IT teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
• Valid Class E driver’s license.
• Must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.
• Ability to reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCNP Security, demonstrating advanced knowledge of network security architecture, risk management, and enterprise security practices.
• Proven experience supporting large-scale, complex network environments with technologies such as NGFW, VPNs, NAC, and centralized security management platforms.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, log aggregation, and advanced alerting, including correlation and threat detection capabilities.
• Knowledge of scripting or automation tools (e.g., Python, PowerShell, or similar) to streamline operations, enhance monitoring, and improve incident response efficiency.
• Familiarity with the unique security, compliance, and operational needs of higher education, government, or highly regulated industries.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain network security platforms including NGFW, VPN (remote access and site-to-site), Network Access Systems (NAC).
• Monitor system performance, availability, logs, and security alerts to ensure optimal network security posture.
• Support detection and response activities in coordination with the Network Operations Center (NOC) and Security Operations Center (SOC).
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve network and security incidents through the ticketing system.
• Escalate complex or high-impact issues to appropriate teams while ensuring timely resolution.
• Contribute to improved incident response processes and operational efficiency.
• Execute approved changes in accordance with formal change management processes, including validation, testing, and documentation.
• Continuously improve event correlation, alert tuning, and operational workflows to enhance system performance and reliability.
• Perform firewall rule reviews and implement access control updates.
• Support compliance initiatives, audits, and vulnerability remediation efforts.
• Apply risk-based decision-making aligned with CIS and NIST frameworks.
• Ensure adherence to university policies related to change management, network access control, and security standards.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and validate operational readiness before and after implementation.
• Maintain compliance with configuration management practices and security policies.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including runbooks, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and network/security diagrams.
• Contribute to operational reporting, ticket tracking, and performance metrics to support service delivery and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior