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Manager, Network Engineering
Apply now (https : / / secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com / apply / 1011 / gateway / default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=494139&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job no : 494139
Work type : Full Time
Location : Troy, NY
Categories : Information Technology, Staff, CFHE
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Job Summary
The Manager, Network Engineering, leads and manages the Network Engineering group within the IT Infrastructure Department in the Division of the Chief Information Officer. This position is responsible for the planning, specification, procurement, deployment, operation and maintenance of networking and telecommunications facilities and services, as well as oversight of vendor-supplied equipment and services.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, information technology or relevant field
Five (5) years of professional experience with progressive responsibility in network design and support, including a minimum two (2) years in a demonstrated leadership capacity
Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.
This position requires candidates to be legally authorized to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor work visas.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in computer science, information technology, or relevant field
Previous experience in higher education environment
Previous experience in direct supervision of technical staff
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to manage both information systems special projects and ongoing operations.
Ability to plan and manage resources and supervise staff.
Ability to manage and direct problem resolution processes and build consensus among stakeholders to resolve conflicting interests or needs.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
Planning, organizing and effective time management skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives
Ability to anticipate and solve problems
Operational familiarity with contemporary technologies, such as : Cisco routers, VPNs, firewalls, switches, Unified Communications Manager, wireless controllers, IPv4, IPv6, Qo5, BGP, OSPF, DHCP and DNS.
Shift
Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required
Travel
Local travel between campus locations only
Driving
Incidental driving possible, but not required
Starting Salary / Rate
Expected Hiring Range : $100,000 - $118,000
Pay Transparency Disclosure : The selected candidate's salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate's qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer's good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.
Application instructions
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.
Job Posted Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Culture of Safety at Rensselaer
Rensselaer is committed to providing a safe and healthy living, learning, and working environment for its faculty, staff and students. As such, we strongly recommend that faculty, staff and students obtain a COVID-19 vaccination and remain current with available boosters to protect themselves, as well as to protect vulnerable members of the community.
Total Compensation and Benefits Information
Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) (https : / / hr.rpi.edu / benefits) .
We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity, Race / Gender / Veterans / Disability Employer.
Advertised : 08 Jan 2025 Eastern Standard Time
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