Network Administrator IV

Position Information

UW SYSTEM OFFICIAL TITLE: Network Administrator IV
POSTING DATE: October 11, 2024

Essential Job Functions

The Network Administrator IV reports to the Director of IT Infrastructure Services and is responsible for the design, implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of all wired and wireless data networks across four campuses, including the wide area network (WAN) between campuses and its interface with State data networks and the Internet. This highly technical role requires expertise in a wide range of network technologies and security, including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and security appliances. The Network Administrator works with a small team of technicians and student workers to support network connectivity, and collaborates with other IT staff to ensure seamless client, server, and network services throughout the university. 

What You'll Do

• Network Infrastructure Design: Design and maintain the University's and Residence Life's network connections, including edge switches, building concentrators, core network switch equipment, firewalls, wireless access points, and routers.
• Equipment Procurement and Installation: Evaluate and procure new network equipment; oversee installation of hardware, firmware, and management software for network devices.
• Performance Monitoring and Optimization: Continuously monitor, analyze, and optimize network performance. Track and address network issues, and troubleshoot problems that are beyond the capabilities of installation and monitoring staff.
• Documentation and Training: Document procedures for critical installations and repairs. Provide training for technical staff on mission-critical installations.
• UPS and Environmental Monitoring: Design and maintain Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems and environmental monitoring solutions for network and server equipment.
• Network Security Monitoring: Monitor device logs for potential security threats, such as virus infections and excessive bandwidth usage. Notify the Information Technology Security Office (ITSO) and assist with incident remediation.
• System Coordination: Oversee connections to and coordinate upgrades with the UW-System data network.
• TCP/IP Management: Assign and configure TCP/IP addresses for clients, servers, and specialized devices, ensuring proper configuration across the network.
• Firewall Software Management: Install, configure, and test new firewall software releases, ensuring optimal functionality for bandwidth management, traffic filtering, and VPN access.
• Security Rule Configuration: Modify firewall security rules to accommodate changes in server and network environments, enhancing security while maintaining required functionality.
• Security Monitoring: Regularly review firewall logs to identify potential security issues and recommend improvements to optimize network security.
• Threat Detection and Response: Monitor firewall flows to detect malware or virus-infected workstations. Notify the ITSO and assist in resolving these issues.
• Security Team Participation: Serve as a key member of the Information Technology Security Incident Response Team, contributing to the development of university-wide security procedures.
• Network Growth Planning: Assess current and future network needs, developing long-range plans for network expansion and enhancement.
• Project Documentation: Create technical drawings, budget plans, and project documentation for upcoming initiatives to aid in Division planning and resource allocation.
• Professional Development: Engage in continuous learning to maintain proficiency with the latest network technologies and trends.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, applicable field at time of application or equivalent experience
• Three years of experience in managing medium to large-scale wired and wireless network infrastructures, including network design, implementation, monitoring, and troubleshooting
• Knowledge and extensive work experience of Ethernet network design and implementation including copper and/or fiber optic circuits, switches, routers, firewall, network intrusion detection, network intrusion prevention, network access control, virtual private networking, and/or network management equipment and systems
• Thorough understanding of network implementation concepts including virtual local area networks to segment and isolate different traffic types, routing, IP subnetting, unicast, multicast, broadcast, switching, DHCP relay, access control lists, routing protocols, encryption, authentication, and IP packet forwarding
• Knowledge and extensive work experience with the design and implementation of 802.11 wireless networks
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of network physical and logical standards
• Knowledge of the TCP/IP V4 and V6 protocols and the types of messages sent on a Microsoft Windows based network

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in a higher education environment
• In-depth understanding of the computer field with a focus on Microsoft Windows server operating systems, Windows client operating systems, Macintosh operating systems, and Android/Apple IOS mobile operating systems
• Competence in the design, implementation and/or administration of an enterprise ethernet network (1000 or more clients, twenty or more servers, centralized firewall)
• HPE/Aruba Networking infrastructure utilizing ClearPass, Aruba Central, OS8, and role-based network authentication and access control
• PaloAlto enterprise firewall and Panorama experience
• Experience in implementing and utilizing network management utilities to monitor network performance, transmission errors, latency, jitter, and utilization. Possess knowledge and experience with network management skills using SNMP, RMON, SFLOW, and Netflow based technologies
• Knowledge of network security intrusion detection methods, tools, techniques, policies, and practices

The Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will be expected to work inclusively and respectfully within a diverse campus community and practice civility in the workplace.  The University welcomes applicants who are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence.

In addition, the successful candidate will have strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills, demonstrated integrity and strong leadership, and the willingness to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The University invites applicants who are dedicated to enriching the quality of life for students and the community by embracing the educational value of diversity, promoting environmental sustainability, encouraging engaged citizenship, and serving as an intellectual, cultural, and economic resource.

Conditions of Appointment

Some travel is required for necessary meetings, workshops, conferences, etc. 

The home campus of this position is Green Bay and the successful candidate may occasionally be required to travel to or work at the Marinette, Sheboygan or Manitowoc Campus, based on operational needs.  the successful candidate may occasionally be required to travel to or work at the Marinette, Sheboygan or Manitowoc Campus, based on operational needs

Position is a full-time Academic Staff appointment. Official transcripts of the highest degree achieved will be required of finalist(s). A criminal conviction investigation will be conducted on the finalist(s). In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

Compensation and Benefits

SALARY INFORMATION

Minimum salary of $75,000. 

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

BENEFIT DETAILS

The UW System provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. This includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The UW System also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.

In addition, employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually. Employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type.

For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below.

• UW System Employee Benefits Brochure
• Faculty, Academic Staff, and Limited Quick Guide
• Total Compensation Estimator

Apply

STEP 1: Please select the applicable link below:
External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)
Internal Applicants: (Currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

STEP 2: From "Search Jobs" screen:

• Click "View All Jobs"
• Select "Network Administrator IV"
  • You must login before you can apply. Input your "User Name" and "Password" and select "Sign In."
  • If you have not yet registered, click "Register Now" to begin the registration process.

STEP 3: Submit application materials:

Please be sure to complete all required fields, and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. Please include the following documents:

• Cover letter specifically addressing qualifications for the essential job functions
• Resume

You must select "Submit" to forward your application materials to the search committee.

If you have any questions, need accommodations, or submitted your application with missing materials, call or email:

Arianna Hilbert
Phone: (920) 465-2985
Email: hilberta@uwgb.edu 

Application Deadline

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, October 27, 2024.