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Network Specialist

Texas State University
San Marcos, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2025

Job Opportunities at Texas State UniversityPosting Information

Posting Number : 2025145

Posting / Functional Title : Network Specialist

Location : San Marcos

Department : Network Operations

Job Type : Full-Time

Monthly Salary : $5,000.00 Commensurate with Experience

Job Category : Exempt

Required Qualifications

Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position :

  • Basic Networking Knowledge : Understanding of fundamental networking concepts such as TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP, and subnetting.
  • Experience with Network Hardware : Familiarity with configuring and managing network devices like routers, switches, and firewalls.
  • Problem-Solving Skills : Ability to troubleshoot network issues using common tools and methodologies.
  • Operating System Proficiency : Experience with network management and configuration in operating systems like Windows, Linux, or macOS.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting IT systems in a Higher Education environment.
  • Experience installing, testing, and maintaining physical network cabling (copper, fiber optic).
  • Experience with network automation and scripting.
  • Experience with Cisco switches and routers.
  • Experience with Juniper switches and routers.
  • Experience with wireless networking solutions.
  • Technical Certifications : Holding at least one entry-level networking certification, such as CompTIA Network , Cisco CCNA, or equivalent.
  • Job Description

    Overview : We are hiring a network specialist to support our multi-campus wired and wireless networks. You will be supporting a wide variety of network technologies, from layer-2 switches to virtualized MPLS routed network environments.

    About Us : We are a small team that is responsible for operating all aspects of the Texas State University campus network. We operate a heterogeneous network with equipment from multiple manufacturers such as Cisco, Juniper, and Ruckus Wireless and focus on open networking standards and solutions. We strive to maintain a highly reliable and available network infrastructure for the university community.

    About You : We are looking for someone with a solid foundation of networking skills, who enjoys learning new things and solving problems. You should have strong interpersonal skills and must be able to work collaboratively with a team and interface with end-users and management. You must also be able to work independently with minimal supervision to achieve specific goals and complete assigned tasks and projects.

    Job Duties

  • Work trouble tickets to resolve end-user network problems.
  • Installation and configuration of campus network switches, routers, wireless access points, and related equipment.
  • Allocate and assign campus wide network IP address space.
  • Configure monitoring systems to monitor system status and alert on network failures and problems.
  • Automate network tasks using network management and automation tools and scripting.
  • Install software and firmware updates and security patches.
  • Produce written documentation for network designs, processes, procedures, configurations, and network diagrams.
  • Other Duties as Assigned.
  • Additional Information to Applicants

  • On-Call rotation as needed.
  • Job Open Date

    11 / 14 / 2024

    Job Close Date

    Open Until Filled

    Normal Work Days

    Normal Work Hours Start : 8 : 00 AM

    Normal Work Hours End : 5 : 00 PM

    Posting Notices

    You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application.

    Legal and Required Notices

    Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

    Why work @ Texas State?

  • Amazing health insurance : various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
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  • Generous paid time off : vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
  • Excellent work-life balance resources : mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program.
  • Great training and development opportunities : choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
  • An inclusive Bobcat community : join our many social networks offered on and off-campus.
  • Retirement peace of mind : TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions.
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