Network Administrator

Job ID: 38793
Location:Tallahassee, FL
Full/Part Time:Full-Time
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Apply On Or Before:06/25/2015

Department

Information Technology Services

Responsibilities

Designs, installs, configures, monitors, troubleshoots and manages a diverse base of installed networking equipment, which encompasses both wired and wireless data networks. Collects and monitors data for system usage, performance, and vulnerabilities in support for ITS staff and members of the campus network. Advises management and team members to revisions of established policies, procedures, and standards.

Designs, installs, configures, monitors, troubleshoots and manages a diverse base of installed networking equipment, operating software, and/or network security applications, which encompasses wired and wireless data networks servicing voice, video and data applications on campus. A State vehicle, golf cart, utility vehicle, or all-terrain vehicle will be used to reach site premises. A valid driver’s license will be needed in order to operate vehicle.

Collects and analyzes usage and performance monitoring data to allow for the diagnosis of problems on the network and allowing for appropriate action as needed to assure network integrity and operation.

Analyzes networks for security vulnerabilities and breaches.

Provides technical advice and consultation to ITS staff as well as users of the campus network concerning complex network – related problems and applications. Advises management and team members on the revision of established policies, procedures, and standards to insure that current policies remain up-to-date and relevant in a dynamic networking environment. Interfaces with representatives from other universities and vendors.

May function as project team leader responsible for a coordinated effort in pursuit of solutions to complex networking problems. This leadership would include: a) effectively distributing the workload; b) providing advice and consultation in networking design and operations; and c) coordinating vendors.

Other duties as needed and assigned to include on-call duties.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or other appropriate degree and two years experience or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to convey technical information to technical and non- technical users.
Ability to demonstrate critical thinking based upon in-depth data, substantiating information, considering and respecting others’ input personal values, and ethics.
Knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures within the telecommunications, network, and data fields.
Knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the network and data field.
Ability to utilize problem solving skills.
Experience with both wired and wireless network operations and support of those networks.
Proof of a valid Florida or Georgia driver’s license or the ability to obtain.

Preferred

Familiarity with Aruba wireless networks.

Familiarity with Unix , and network management tools such as Rancid, Nagios, MRTG

Schedule

If not otherwise specified, schedule is M-F, 8-5.
Ability to remain on-call during designated periods outside normal working hours or emergency coverage if needed.

Background Check Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check to include fingerprinting.

Pay Plan

This is an A&P (Administrative and Professional) position.

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and all education details even if attaching a resume.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

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