Network Systems Engineer

PeopleAdmin•Lincoln, NE

About The Position

The Network Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting robust and secure Local Area and Wireless Area Networks. This role involves monitoring and managing LAN/WAN bandwidth, analyzing trends and service outages using monitoring tools, and establishing/maintaining network applications and servers on Windows and Linux platforms. The engineer will also manage client workstations, provide technical assistance, and develop network documentation. Key responsibilities include maintaining virtual desktop infrastructure, network security hardware and software (firewalls, anti-virus, intrusion detection, etc.), monitoring server and security audit logs, and maintaining essential network services like DNS, DHCP, and Domain Controller services. Automation of repetitive processes using PowerShell and other scripting languages is also a part of this role. The engineer will monitor and maintain server operating systems, ensure security patches and software updates are applied, and manage data backup and restoration, including participation in disaster recovery planning. Continuous education in networking and security trends is encouraged. This role also involves coordinating with departments for account management, maintaining network-connected audiovisual equipment, and ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations (FERPA, HIPAA). Additionally, the position requires supporting and promoting a Culture of Belonging, ensuring a welcoming and empowering environment for all members of the college community, and upholding the College’s policies on access, fair employment, and equal opportunities.

Requirements

Associate’s degree (A.A.S.) from a two-year college or technical school with emphasis in electronics, computer science, computer networking, information security, or a related field.
Three (3) years of work experience in computer networking, information security, or a related field.
Two (2) years post-secondary education with emphasis in computer networks and related skills, and one (1) additional year of work experience servicing and maintaining a computer LAN / WAN network system may be substituted for an associate’s degree.

Nice To Haves

Ongoing training, certifications, and educational opportunities are encouraged.

Responsibilities

Design, install, maintain, and troubleshoot robust and secure Local Area and Wireless Area Networks.
Monitor and manage LAN / WAN bandwidth.
Utilize monitoring tools to analyze trends and service outages across the college network and server infrastructure.
Establish and maintain network applications, file and print servers on current Windows and Linux platforms.
Establish and maintain client workstation management using Active Directory and third-party software tools.
Provide technical assistance to Client Services and other IT team members as a means of issue escalation.
Work as a team to design, install, monitor, and maintain the college network infrastructure.
Develop and maintain network-related documentation.
Maintain Omnissa Horizon virtual desktop infrastructure.
Maintain and monitor network firewalls and other network security software and hardware tools, including anti-virus, intrusion detection, network access control, data loss prevention, and similar tools.
Monitor and review server and security audit logs.
Maintain essential network services, including DNS , DHCP , and Domain Controller services.
Automate repetitive processes with Windows PowerShell and other scripting languages.
Monitor and maintain server operating systems.
Ensure applicable security patches are installed.
Ensure software is updated to stay within supported versions.
Monitor and maintain the system to back up critical data.
Participate in the restoration of files as needed.
Participate in the development of disaster recovery/failover planning.
Participate in continuing education to understand current trends and threats in the field of computer networking and security.
Coordinate with departments such as Human Resources and Payroll to facilitate dynamic processes for delegating and removing accounts and access.
Participate in the design, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of network-connected audiovisual equipment, including Crestron NVX products.
Cooperate with various departments to ensure compliance with applicable data privacy regulations, including FERPA and HIPAA.
Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute.
Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment.
Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.