Network Engineer

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Position Information

Position Title

Network Engineer

Position Type

Staff

Department

Network Infrastructure and Administration

FLSA

Exempt

Union/Non Union

Non Union

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Grade

15

Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range

$71,897 - $102,804/Annually

Fixed Term/Tenure Track (Faculty Only)

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Job Description Summary

Under the direction of the manager or other senior personnel, the Network Engineer manages the network infrastructure and servers. Responsibilities include monitoring LAN and WAN connections, monitoring bandwidth use, and analyzing traffic patterns and volumes. The Network Engineer Ill selects, develops, integrates and implements network management applications for internetworking components. Project management skills are required. Duties include installing hardware/software and providing on call support for production systems.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s degree in information technology, business or related field or an earned certification in one of the following: MCSE, CISSP, CCIE, CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security, CCNP Data Center.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting and managing a network-centric technical environment to include: Windows Administration, Active Directory design, Microsoft Office365 administration, Microsoft Azure management, Splunk, Nessus or equivalents, Crowdstrike, Sentinel or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year experience with VMware vSphere, to include vSwitching Configuration, vSAN, Storage vMotion, System vMotion and/or DRS / HA.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Possesses strong troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to log problem calls and resolutions. Communicates resolution to appropriate Technology Services staff and system users.
• Develop test plans for configuration and installation work.
• Possesses solid understanding of the application deployment process and correlations with network administration responsibilities.
• Develops, documents, and coordinates implementation work plans.
• Creates and maintains network diagrams and documentation.
• Coordinates information with Technology Service Desk.
• Assist in capacity and performance management studies.
• Research new technologies that may increase corporate productivity or provide better service.
• Possesses general understanding of the College System Lifecycle Methodology and prepares basic project deliverables, under the direction of the manager or other senior personnel, as assigned.
• Mentors junior staff on technical and analytical skills.
• Possesses basic project management skills.
• Evaluates project objectives and scope for feasibility.
• Produces project status reports on a timely basis.
• Manages vendor relationships and monitors contract deliverables.
• Adheres to company confidentiality and security requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Consistently demonstrates high level of integrity and professionalism.

Criteria

CRITERIA : The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. A Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Perform as the lead Engineer in large projects that involve Active Directory/Windows Server 2016/2019 Operating System environment, Network Appliance Storage Architectures or VMWare vSphere environments.
  • Microsoft duties would include creation, maintain and design of new Active Directory:
    • Components
    • Containers
    • Environments
    • Applications
    • LDAP
    • DNS
    • DHCP
    • Training of peers in Active Directory
    • Installation of new Windows Server 2019/22 servers into Active Directory.
  • Network vSan Storage duties would include:
    • All of the Microsoft duties
    • Maintenance and creation of storage aggregates
    • Maintenance and creation of NFS Volumes
    • Reporting on storage utilization
    • Reporting and tuning storage performance
    • Reporting and addressing storage capacity issues
  • VMware vSphere Administration:
    • All of the Microsoft duties
    • Maintenance and creation of vSphere and ESXi hosts/clusters
    • Configuration and operation of virtual infrastructure
• Manages and monitor x86 Servers, hubs, switches, firewalls, specialized network appliances, spam appliances, and routers, and uses remote monitoring tools, protocol analyzers and cable testers to troubleshoot, diagnose and identify failing/failed components.
• Selects integrates and implements network management applications for internetworking components.
• Manage and maintain network security applications.
• Responsible for providing senior level support administration of WAN and LAN services.
• Responsible for providing senior level support administration of Storage Area Network ( SAN ) services.
• Responsible for providing senior level technical support to other technicians within Data Science, Innovation and Effectiveness.
• Responsible for providing senior level support administration of Virtual Infrastructure services.
• Determines necessary production turnover tasks, prepares required documents, and follows through to ensure smooth implementation.
• Handles on-call responsibilities for production systems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be physically capable of lifting medium to heavy loads, working on ladders, working in environments such as ceilings, steam tunnels, electrical vaults and telecom wiring closets.
• Must be able to handle and operate basic power tools such as cordless screw drivers and electric drills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.

Is Background Check Required?

Yes

Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus?

No

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

PGCC197811/12

Open Date

03/29/2023

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Background Check Statement

Prince George’s Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants who apply by Friday, April 14, 2023, will receive first consideration.

Effective August 8, 2022, Prince George’s Community College’s current vaccine mandate will expire for students, faculty, and staff. Select exceptions may apply. Face coverings will be voluntary campus-wide, including in classrooms and instructional spaces. Although the College will no longer require new employees and students to be vaccinated as a condition of employment or instruction based on current public health conditions, COVID -19 vaccines and boosters are strongly recommended.

Application Status ; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.
Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a minimum of an Associate's degree in information technology, business or related field? OR an earned certification in one of the following: MCSE, CISSP, CCIE, CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security, CCNP Data Center?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have a minimum of 3 years of experience supporting and managing a network-centric technical environment to include: Windows Administration, Active Directory design, Microsoft Office365 administration, Microsoft Azure management, Splunk, Nessus or equivalents, Crowdstrike, Sentinel or equivalent?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have a minimum of 1 year experience with VMware vSphere, to include vSwitching Configuration, vSAN, Storage vMotion, System vMotion and/or DRS / HA?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Please be advised that as required by the 1986 Immigration Act, candidates must be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing identity and that you are a U.S. Citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. It is the college's policy that PGCC does not provide sponsorship for prospective employees. Will you require sponsorship to work in the United States?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • HERC
   • HigherEd Jobs
   • Hispanic Outlook
   • Indeed
   • Personal Referral
   • PGCC Website
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)
   • The Chronicle of Higher Ed
   • The Washington Post
   • Other: Please indicate below
   • Educause
6. How did you hear about this employment opportunity? If you selected 'Other' please indicate source:
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Transcripts
2. Letter of Recommendation 1
3. Certifications - See Minimum Qualifications for type
4. Other