Job Description

Network Engineer

DevOps Infrastructure

Rose Hill, Lincoln Center, Westchester, Calder Center

Fordham University

 

Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York City.  Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools. 

 

• Fordham University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to its employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We offer tuition remission for employees and their dependents 
• A generous employer match towards a 403(b) retirement plan.
• As a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), Fordham is considered a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain public and certain nonprofit employers.
• As part of its work-life balance program, the University provides generous PTO including 10 vacation days, 12 sick days, 4 personal days, 6 summer Fridays, and holidays that include paid time off between Christmas and New year.  
• University employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues.

 

Position Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Director Network Engineering, the Network Engineer provides network and voice system installation, problem determination, resolution, configuration, and needs analysis to support the use of technology by faculty, staff, and students.

 

The engineer provides support for all aspects of the various University data center facilities and communications closets. The engineer works with other staff including application development and security.

 

This position may require occasional evening, weekend, and holiday hours.

 

Essential Functions         

• Implements cutting-edge technologies designed by the infrastructure team, ensuring seamless integration and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Configures network switches, VPNs, optical hardware, and Software-Defined Networking (SDN) systems to optimize performance and security across the network infrastructure.
• Conducts research on emerging technologies to support data, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), conferencing systems, and WiFi, providing insights and recommendations for future technology adoption.
• Deploys wireless network infrastructures and provides recommendations for system enhancements to ensure optimal operation and coverage across campus.
• Recommends IT solutions to address business and management challenges, leveraging technical expertise to enhance operational efficiency and meet organizational needs.
• Provides support for the university’s building management systems, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and functionality.
• Acts as a functional expert, planning and executing major aspects/components of projects, and providing technical guidance and expertise to team members to ensure successful project delivery.

 

Essential Functions Note

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.

The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

 

Additional Functions       

• Monitors and analyzes data to improve system performance, identifying areas for optimization and implementing solutions to enhance network efficiency.
• Monitors network usage and security issues, proactively identifying and mitigating potential threats to network infrastructure and data integrity.
• Deploys patches to mitigate any threats to systems, ensuring timely updates to protect against vulnerabilities and maintain system security.
• Responds to issues affecting the network architecture, diagnosing and resolving technical issues promptly to minimize downtime and maintain network reliability.
• Supports ticket resolution associated with the network architecture, providing technical expertise and assistance to resolve issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Contributes to evaluating resource requirements for projects, reviewing and validating data, and making recommendations to optimize resource allocation and utilization.
• Communicates project status, progress, and impact to management, and resolve issues in a timely manner to minimize disruptions and ensure project success.
• Participates in weekend coverage as needed to support network operations and maintenance activities, ensuring continuous availability and reliability of network services.
• Identifies critical success factors for test plans, ensuring comprehensive testing and validation of network solutions to mitigate risks and ensure reliability.
• Stays informed of current industry trends and best practices, applying knowledge to enhance network infrastructure and support strategic decision-making.

 

Required Qualifications: Education and Experience         

• Bachelor’s Degree in a computer related field; or in lieu of the degree, minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Routers, switches, hubs, access points, modems, and gateways.
• Experience using Diagram tools such as lucidChart and Visio.

 

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills       

• Working knowledge of Network protocols such as TCP/IP, OSI model, and DNS; HTTP, FTP, SMTP, SNMP and DHCP.
• Working knowledge of network architectures such as WAN, LAN, VLAN, and WLAN.
• Working knowledge of Routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, RIP, and EIGRP.
• Familiarity with security standards like SSL/TLS, SSH, and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)..
• Understanding of cabling for various applications such as Ethernet, fiber optics and coaxial.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues using tools like packet analyzers, Wireshark, and network monitoring software.
• Familiarity with network management tools such as SolarWinds, WUG.
• Knowledge of IP Addressing and Subnetting
• Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education

 

Preferred Qualifications  

• Experience with design, operations and management in Aruba network environment (LAN and Wireless).
• Working knowledge of network test equipment.
• Working knowledge of wide area communications using optical systems
• Ability to handle sensitive organizational issues with tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality
• Working knowledge of Optical systems (Passive and active DWDM); VoIP and other real time applications; SDN; Laser and long haul rf systems; Firewalls and VPN
• Experience Supporting complex systems architectures, specifications and applications
• Resource acquisition and management
• Execution of project plans and delivery of results
• Analytical/problem solving and technical skills
• Customer service experience
• Ability to interact professionally with staff, faculty and students
• Work experience and validated training with IT certification will be considered.

 

Minimum Starting Salary: $70,500

 

Maximum Starting Salary: $88,000

 

Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

           

START DATE: ASAP

 

APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/8827

 

ABOUT FORDHAM

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its 9 colleges and schools.  It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom. 

 

Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

 

Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories

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