Senior Network Operations Engineer, Computing Services

Carnegie Mellon University

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On-site
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Employment
Full-time
Posted
21 days ago
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About Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon University is a leading private research university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, internationally recognized for programs in computer science, engineering, business, the arts, and artificial intelligence. Industry: Higher Education & Research

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TL;DR · Senior Network Operations Engineer, Computing Services

The Sr. Network Operations Engineer joins the Computing Services central IT department to support the university's education, research, and administration efforts. In this role, you will be responsible for the deployment, configuration, maintenance, and monitoring of Local Area and Wide Area Networks. Day-to-day tasks include troubleshooting network problems, identifying user needs, and responding to tier 3 support requests. You will manage critical network technologies and services including routing, switching, DNS, DHCP, 802.11 wireless LANs, TCP/IP, Ethernet, SNMP, and VPN. The position requires strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, along with experience in network security administration. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Computing Engineering or Computer Science and hold a CCNP certification to ensure high-level network performance and connectivity across the university infrastructure.

What you'll do

  • Deploy, configure, manage, and monitor Local Area and Wide Area Networks.
  • Support network technologies including routing, switching, DNS, DHCP, and VPNs.
  • Monitor network security and connectivity to ensure system integrity.
  • Gather information to evaluate network performance and determine user requirements.
  • Respond to and resolve tier 3 support requests regarding network issues.
  • Maintain accurate and updated technical documentation.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computing Engineering or Computer Science.
  • 3-5 years of Network Administration experience.
  • 3-5 years of Network Deployment and Support experience.
  • 3-5 years of Network Security Administration experience.
  • CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional (preferred).
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and planning skills.
  • Strong problem-solving and reasoning skills.
  • Ability to pass a successful background check.

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