Network Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY:  We are seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to design, implement, and support our network infrastructure. As a member of the IT Operations team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and security of our infrastructure.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Network Configuration and Installation: Set up and install network hardware and services to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Maintenance and Upgrades: Perform regular network maintenance and upgrades to keep systems up-to-date and functioning efficiently.
• Performance Monitoring: Continuously monitor overall network performance and the availability of specific network hardware.
• User Support: Provide tier 2 and 3 support to users, addressing complex network issues and ensuring timely resolution.
• Policy Compliance: Adhere to all policies and change management procedures to maintain a robust network infrastructure.
• Technical Proficiency: Stay current with industry trends by reading technical reference manuals and learning from colleagues.
• Vendor Collaboration: Work closely with vendors and other IT staff to resolve network-related problems.
• Documentation: Preserve organizational knowledge by thoroughly documenting processes, symptoms, causes, and solutions for future reference.
• Project Leadership: Participate in and take a leadership role in IT projects as needed.
• Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficiency with Networking Systems: Experience with Juniper EX Series Switches, Palo Alto Firewalls, Aruba, FortiNAC and Mist networking and wireless systems.
• Microsoft Azure Networking: Experience with virtual networks, network security groups, VPN Gateway, and others.
• Networking Protocols Expertise: knowledge of networking protocols such as 802.1Q, RSTP, LACP, DHCP, and others.
• Technical Understanding: Strong understanding of the OSI and TCP/IP models.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical skills to diagnose and resolve network issues effectively.
• Communication Skills: Superior written and oral communication skills to convey technical information clearly and concisely.
• Continuous Learning: Willingness and aptitude to learn new skills, technologies, and processes.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work both independently as an individual contributor and collaboratively as a team player.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt as IT adjusts in its functionality to meet evolving needs.
• Institutional Understanding: Understanding of the University's goals and objectives to align IT strategies with institutional priorities.

Certificates & Licenses:  Network+, Juniper or other network certifications a plus

An applicant must be a born-again Christian who has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Each applicant must agree with and affirm the Bob Jones University creed, mission (see https://www.bju.edu/about/creed-mission.php) and core biblical doctrines regarding areas such as the Bible, the triune God, man and salvation, etc.  Employees are expected to maintain a conservative lifestyle and support Bob Jones University’s positions on issues such as beverage alcohol and addictive substances, creation, marriage and human sexuality and the sanctity of life, etc., (https://www.bju.edu/about/positions.php). Employees are to be active members of a local Bible believing church which holds orthodox theology.  Applicants must be committed to providing students an excellent, world-class education from a biblical worldview.

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