IT Network Administrator

IT Network Administrator

Fort Wayne, Indiana 

Summary

The Network Administrator is responsible for supporting and maintaining Trine University’s enterprise-wide local and wide area networks (LAN/WAN). This position requires a deep understanding of modern network infrastructure, security practices, and enterprise hardware/software solutions. While the primary focus is on networking, this role also supports end-user systems as needed. In addition to network administration, this role oversees Genetec door access and Hanwha video surveillance infrastructure. The Network Administrator reports to the IT Operations Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manage, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot the University’s wired and wireless network infrastructure, including switches, wireless access points, firewalls, and related network equipment.
  • Administer network services and systems, including network access control, DHCP, DNS, certificates, configuration backups, and other network management tools.
  • Install, configure, update, and maintain network hardware, software, and firmware. Coordinate and perform scheduled maintenance, updates, and equipment reboots, including occasional after-hours maintenance.
  • Troubleshoot network connectivity, performance, wireless, and security issues and work with vendors or service providers when escalation or outside support is required.
  • Maintain network security systems and implement network security changes in coordination with the Information Security Analyst. Assist with vulnerability remediation, patching, and related security activities.
  • Coordinate with vendors and University departments on fiber, cabling, network connectivity, and other infrastructure projects involving IT systems.
  • Manage the University’s video surveillance system, including camera management software, camera configuration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and coordination of new camera installations.
  • Manage the University’s electronic door access system in coordination with Campus Safety, including access configuration, system administration, troubleshooting, and repair of IT-related door access equipment and services.
  • Maintain appropriate documentation for network infrastructure, configurations, physical security systems, and related procedures.
  • Participate in monthly maintenance with Operations staff (Sunday or Wednesday)
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Cisco CCNA preferred
  • 3+ years’ experience in network administration supporting an enterprise level network
  • Advanced knowledge of network and hardware and software
  • Flexibility to perform monthly and occasional after-hours work for upgrade and maintenance.

Benefits

Trine University offers a comprehensive benefit package designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Benefits offered include:

  • Health – medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, flex spending or HSA accounts
  • Retirement – after one year of full-time service you are eligible for employer contribution of 5% and up to an additional 5% employer match
  • Life Insurance – a variety of voluntary life options are available along with employee life insurance (1½ times annual salary)
  • Education – after 6 months of full-time service education benefits are available for employee, spouse, and dependent children
  • Vacation and Sick Pay – in accordance with Trine's policy

Salary

The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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Trine University is an equal opportunity employer.  Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, genetic information, citizenship status, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law, unless such basis constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification.  Trine will comply with its legal obligation to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs.