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Form of workPay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $62,300 - Midpoint: $81,000 (Salaried E10)
Department/Organization: 600150 - Information Technology
Normal Work Schedule: Varies
Job Summary: The Network Engineer I supports the functionality and availability of enterprise-wide mission critical University networks by performing Network Engineering and under close supervision. Performs low-complexity operational network management and maintenance tasks. Assists with network problem identification, analysis, and resolution as assigned.
Additional Department Summary: Troubleshoots technical issues by application of knowledge to solve a vast range of issues as it applies to core infrastructure systems and user devices. Manages and executes processes related to network operations, disaster recovery procedures, security monitoring, help desk operations, server administration, etc.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree; OR associate's degree and two (2) years of IT experience; OR High school diploma or GED and four (4) years of IT experience.
Skills and Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of modern networks including virtualization, topologies, and models.
Extensive knowledge of Windows Desktop Operating System Environments, OS X, and other UNIX-based Operating Systems. Exceptional knowledge of network protocols and their applications. Security-based knowledge of best practices related to general network operations. Exhaustive knowledge of hardware components from consumer-grade to enterprise line offerings. Knowledge of various, including copper and fiber optic cabling, physical medium terminations (RJ11, RJ45, RG6, SC, ST, LC, Splicing). Knowledge of various transceiver types and proper applications. Ability to manage and prioritize problems, incidents, and projects simultaneously while maintaining quality of service and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications: Certification in an applicable area(s) of responsibility. Experience with SSL and Certificate Authorities.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster
