Job Abstract

Description
The position provides senior-level expertise for the existing data network and network security. This position identifies, researches, and disseminates new technologies related to data network and network security. It directs and participates in the complex and mission-critical analysis of the network and network security. It will identify, evaluate, support, and solve complex issues associated with wired and wireless networks and network security. Responsible for functions that have a significant impact on university operations.
• Provide a demonstrated mastery and in-depth understanding of existing and emerging network and network security technologies in a complex network environment.
• Manages, administers, and maintains networking and network security equipment, management software, and resources in a complex network environment; coordinates the design, documentation, configuration, troubleshooting, operation, modification, and repair of networking hardware and software.
• Direct and participate in the mission-critical analysis and design of network and network security resource configurations, improvements, and upgrades.
• Perform complex analysis and extensive problem resolution for networking and network security hardware and software. Evaluate and monitor networking equipment.
• Identifies strategic areas of development in networking and network security
• Proactively implements industry best practices
• Mentors and provides guidance to colleagues and users
• Plans and coordinates projects
• May serve as project lead on any size project
• Provides in-depth industry knowledge
• Performs other related duties as required
• Train others to utilize networking tools for simple management tasks.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
• 5 years of experience with large, complex, and multifaceted layer 2 and layer 3 network systems, computer operating systems, network hardware and security devices, monitoring tools and network management and network security hardware and software.
• Extensive ability to logically analyze network problems and usage patterns using various software tools.
• Ability to program switches and routers.
• Broad knowledge of various computer operating systems.
• High degree of knowledge IEEE 802 standard data networks including specific knowledge of 802.1x, 802.1q, 802.3 and 802.11, a complete understanding of TCP/IP protocols.
• Working knowledge of current networking hardware, knowledge of wiring and fiber systems. Ability to use test equipment including network management systems, network access control systems, protocol analyzers, SNMP management devices.
• Ability to think logically and critically.
• Ability to systematically troubleshoot complex problems.

Preferred Experience:
• NAC systems such as Fortinet FortiNAC and Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager, HP/Aruba switches, Aruba Networks wireless controllers and access points, Juniper routers and switches Palo-Alto firewall and VPN, Monitoring systems such as PRTG, Airwave, IMC.
• Experience with Azure and AWS cloud computing.

Special requirement:
The person in this position will be required to have a cellular phone and to supply the number to their supervisor. The University does not pay for any employee’s cell phone or cell phone service.

Application Process: Qualified applicants must apply online and attach a cover letter and resume
Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate has been selected.
Minimum hiring salary $78,314.77 (Market Range 14) – Salary commensurate with education and experience.
To view Annual Security & Fire Report https://www.utm.edu/offices-and-services/public-safety/_media/2023 UTM ASFSR official.pdf