Network Engineer

Illinois State•Normal, IL

9h•$60,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This position supports the campus LAN, WAN, and Datacenter networks. This position also serves as an automation expert and will assist with VPN technologies. Additional Information Position Highlights: There is the potential for a hybrid work schedule in this position, within the state of Illinois. Illinois residency is required. Eligibility is based upon employee performance, appropriate remote working environment, and business needs. University Benefit Highlights: Insurance benefits , including health, dental, vision, and life Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents Paid holiday / administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks Paid benefit time For more University Benefit information: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/ Information regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Requirements

One of the following: a. At least 100 college or university semester hours earned in an IT-related field AND 1 year of progressively more responsible work experience in an IT-related profession b. Bachelor's or equivalent degree in Telecommunications Management or related field
Demonstrable experience in/with all of the following: a. work relating to network infrastructure/architecture, Ethernet, routing protocols, and Internet connectivity. b. wired and wireless LAN connectivity. c. working with cabling systems (STP, UDP, and fiber optic), network topologies, TCP/IP, Ethernet, and corresponding hardware and software components (switches, routers, transceivers, access points, etc.). d. working with network drawings, cable plant drawings, and technical manuals and materials.
Clear understanding of desktop and network operating systems (such as CISCO IOS and ARISTA EOS, Windows 10, and Macintosh OS) and applications.
The following skills and/or abilities: a. Proficient spreadsheet and word processing skills. b. Ability to work in a collaborative team environment c. Excellent verbal and written communication skills d. Strong problem solving and analytic skills

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of experience working with: a. network technologies such as: Ethernet, TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, Multicast, and cloud network technologies. b. Cisco IOS, Arista EOS, and CISCO ASA technologies. c. VPN technologies
Experience in/with: a. DHCP and IP address management and a good understanding of the protocol. b. automation of network configurations. c. wired and wireless security issues.
CCNA or equivalent networking certification.