Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number STA00537PO24 Job Family Information Technology Job Function Enterprise Data Network USC Market Title Network Engineer Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133206 Job Level P2 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Network Engineer Campus Aiken Work County Aiken College/Division USC Aiken College/Division Level Department AIK CSD Admin Computer Support State Pay Band 6 Approved Starting Salary $54,165 Advertised Salary Range $54,165 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule Basis 12 months Job Search Category Information Technology

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From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Re-advertise Network Engineer (IT Technician III), Minimum Salary $54,165 per year, USC Aiken Technology Services Division

Under the supervision of the Director of Technology Operations and in coordination with other Technology Operations staff members, maintain the stable operation of the university’s data networks and telecommunications systems. This position is primarily responsible for the configuration, deployment, and maintenance of core network equipment (switches, routers, firewalls, and CPE), core network services (DHCP, DNS, 802.1X / RADIUS, BGP, OSPF, and NAT), and telecommunications systems. In collaboration with the director and other assigned staff members, this position will design, plan, and implement new segments and revise existing segments of the university’s data networks, some of which must meet regulatory standards. The scope of these designs and implementations will be end-to-end: from structured cabling, edge network equipment, and uplink connectivity, to coordinating work with contractors and colleagues. This position will mentor the junior staff members and supervise student administrators. This position will specifically provide guidance to the network administrator regarding edge network equipment, physical access control equipment, and telecommunications equipment and will provide backup to the network administrator in these areas. This position is a member of a team which provides mission-critical services to the university and is on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree and 2 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience. Experience with conﬁguring network equipment, including switches, routers, ﬁrewall, VPN, IDS/IPS, and network wiring also required. Must be able to drive and possess a valid driver’s license. Preferred Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology Systems; Cisco CCNA, Microsoft MCSE, or similar certification; Experience with Cisco switches (Catalyst or Nexus), WiFi (Meraki), and firewalls (CheckPoint, Cisco ASA); Experience with VoIP telephony systems. Application deadline: December 1, 2024. USC Aiken is an AA/EOE. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. *This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are still being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 2 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology Systems; Cisco CCNA, Microsoft MCSE, or similar certification; Experience with Cisco switches (Catalyst or Nexus), WiFi (Meraki), and firewalls (CheckPoint, Cisco ASA); Experience with VoIP telephony systems.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with technical and non-technical individuals regarding technical matters. Ability to identify and resolve problems. Ability to coordinate activities with teammates. Ability to create user-friendly technical documentation. Skilled at problem-solving and troubleshooting. Knowledge of configuring, upgrading, and installing industry standard network and telecommunications equipment, and network troubleshooting techniques required.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Maintain primary responsibility for the operation, performance, and availability of the university’s data networks and telecommunications systems. Configure, deploy, and maintain core network equipment (switches, routers, firewalls, etc.), core network services (DHCP, DNS, 802.1X / RADIUS, BGP, OSPF, NAT, etc.), and telecommunications systems. Ensure all required regulatory standards and security requirements are met. Maintain accurate documentation of all network topology, configuration, and changes. Store this documentation in a shared area specified by the director.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 35 Job Duty

In collaboration with other Technology Operations staff, design, plan, and implement new segments and revise existing segments of the university’s data networks to meet the needs of the university. Integrate all required regulatory standards and security requirements into these designs. Execute the implementation of these plans through cooperation and collaboration with colleagues, communicating with and directing vendors and contractors, and manage the project when designated by the director.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty

Provide guidance and serve as a backup to the network administrator for the configuration and deployment of edge network equipment, telephone equipment, and physical access equipment. Mentor the network administrator and student administrators.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty

Provide on-call support when needed.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty

Other duties as assigned

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 07/01/2024 Job Close Date 12/01/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are still being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by December 1, 2024.

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