Network Administrator

Salary Range: $60,000 - $65,000 (depending on experience)

This position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship.

About the Job:
Consider a career with the University of Minnesota -- rated as a Star Tribute 2021 top workplace with previous awards from Forbes as one of America's best employers! Within the Office of Information Technology (OIT), we currently seek a Network Administrator Level 1 to support campus computer networks and voice systems, provide customer support related to network hardware/software issues and questions, and contribute to the overall improvement of networking services for the Twin Cities campus. This is an excellent opportunity for those with a passion for technology, a willingness to learn, and enthusiasm for taking on new opportunities and challenges.


Responsibilities:
Network Administration (100%)

• Assist with the implementation and provisioning of network deliverables that adhere to University network standards.
• Participates in the review of network policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Supports network service requests such as setting up Work Groups, VLANs, VRF configurations, DNS/DHCP/IP addressing
• Assists in routine maintenance tasks for network infrastructure.
• Contributes to the creation of technical documentation, knowledge articles, and network diagrams for troubleshooting purposes.
• Provides support for incident management, including basic break/fix tasks, log reviews, and basic packet capture analysis.
• Acts as a point of contact for basic inquiries and escalates issues to more experienced team members when necessary.
• Collaborates with senior engineers on straightforward troubleshooting and escalates issues as needed.
• Participates in discussions with senior engineers and product owners to identify potential areas for automation and self-service within network operations.
• Assists in administering and optimizing the network management platform for effective monitoring and alerting.
  

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree or a combination of related education and work experience to equal at least four years.
• Basic understanding of network technologies including routers, switches, load balancers, VPN, and IP Address Management platforms.
• Developing network troubleshooting skills, including familiarity with log review and basic network traffic analysis using tools such as Wireshark

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cisco CCNA certification Preferred
• Strong willingness to learn and grow within the role, with a focus on building
  knowledge in network engineering.

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).