Network Engineer

About the Role

Network Engineers are responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and securing the institution's network infrastructure to ensure reliable connectivity and high performance for all users. This role involves diagnosing and resolving network issues, implementing scalable and resilient network solutions, and collaborating with other IT teams to enhance the overall network environment. Network Engineers play a critical role in supporting the institution's technological needs and ensuring seamless access to digital resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor the performance and reliability of the institution's network infrastructure, identifying and resolving issues to maintain optimal connectivity for users.
• Configure and install network equipment, such as routers, switches, and firewalls, to ensure efficient data transmission and secure access to resources.
• Conduct regular network assessments and audits to evaluate security measures and identify vulnerabilities that may impact the institution's data integrity.
• Document network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps to create a knowledge base that supports effective issue resolution and team collaboration.
• Provide technical support and guidance to faculty, staff, and students regarding network-related issues, ensuring prompt and effective solutions.
• Stay informed about emerging networking technologies and industry best practices, recommending enhancements that could improve the institution's network performance.
• Participate in the planning and execution of network upgrades and expansions, coordinating with vendors and stakeholders to minimize disruptions to services.
• Prepare reports on network performance metrics, incidents, and resolutions, presenting findings to management to inform decision-making and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with other Information Technology teams to design and implement network solutions that support the institution's goals and enhance user experiences.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Associate's Degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Georgia Driver's License or ability to obtain a valid driver's license.
• Minimum Of 2 Years Of Hands On Field Experience
• Very hands on position. Physically installing wiring, standing for long periods of time and installing access points.
• Project leadership and organizational skills.
• Advanced skill in design and maintenance of network architecture including applicable systems and network software and hardware.

Qualifications

• No prior relevant work experience required.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline or equivalent (Preferred).
• Internship, student employment, coursework, home-lab, military, or other hands-on experience involving wired or wireless networking (Preferred).
• Familiarity with enterprise wireless equipment or management platforms from Cisco, Aruba, Juniper Mist, Extreme Networks, or another major manufacturer (Preferred).
• Familiarity with Wi-Fi access points, wireless controllers, antennas, and network-management systems (Preferred).
• Basic knowledge of 802.1X, RADIUS, WPA2/WPA3-Enterprise, certificate-based authentication, or network access control (Preferred).
• Exposure to wireless site surveys, spectrum analysis, coverage testing, or tools such as Hamina or Ekahau (Preferred).
• Familiarity with network-monitoring and packet-analysis tools such as Wireshark (Preferred).
• Experience creating or maintaining network diagrams, equipment inventories, troubleshooting records, or technical procedures (Preferred).
• Entry-level certification such as CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCST Networking, CCNA, CWNA, or a comparable credential (Preferred).
• Interest in developing expertise in enterprise wireless networking and supporting a large, distributed network environment (Preferred).

Other Information

• Location: Atlanta, GA (In-Person, In-Office)
• Salary: $65,052 - $72,000 Depending on experience and preferred skills.
• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel.
• This position does not require security clearance.
• Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check.