SEN NOC Network Engineer

New Mexico State University•Las Cruces, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The SEN NOC Network Engineer designs, implements, and maintains enterprise-level network solutions to meet connectivity needs of K–12 schools across the state. The role develops integrated network architectures, assesses network capacity and operability, and gathers end-user metrics to support data-driven recommendations for network improvements. It collaborates with SEN SOC staff to integrate cybersecurity measures into network design and operations. The position uses Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and tools such as Ansible to automate network deployment and maintenance. It evaluates emerging technologies and vendor offerings to recommend innovative, cost-effective solutions; conducts risk assessments; provides advanced technical support; and ensures compliance with standards, policies, and cybersecurity requirements. The engineer mentors students and colleagues, shares expertise to support their professional growth, and makes strategic recommendations to the SEN NOC Supervisor and PSL leadership regarding future network enhancements and expansions. This is a full-time, exempt position with a standard Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. schedule. Work is normally performed in a typical interior or office environment, with no or very limited physical effort and no or very limited exposure to physical risk. Handling objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking may be required. The position requires U.S. citizenship, the ability to obtain a government secret clearance within one year, and maintaining that clearance throughout employment. It is subject to random drug testing.

Requirements

Associate's degree and 4 years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be able to obtain a government secret clearance within one year and maintain it throughout employment.
Subject to random drug testing in compliance with drug-free workplace requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Three years of experience directly related to the job duties and responsibilities.
Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code concepts and experience with tools such as Ansible.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-level network solutions for K–12 schools across the state.
Develop integrated network architectures and assess network capacity and operability.
Gather metrics from end users and use them to make data-driven recommendations for network improvements.
Collaborate with SEN SOC staff to integrate cybersecurity measures into network design and operations.
Use Infrastructure as Code principles and tools such as Ansible to automate network deployment and maintenance tasks.
Evaluate emerging technologies and vendor offerings and recommend innovative, cost-effective infrastructure solutions.
Mentor students and colleagues and share knowledge to support their professional growth.
Conduct risk assessments and provide advanced technical support.
Ensure compliance with applicable standards and policies, including cybersecurity requirements.
Make strategic recommendations to the SEN NOC Supervisor and PSL leadership about future network enhancements and expansions.