Associate Network Engineer

Education Requirements: 

Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Experience Requirements: 

• Experience (typically 3 months – 1 year) working as a network, systems, or security analyst, or other role involving the support and implementation of an enterprise-class network
• Fundamental knowledge of:
  • Networking concepts, protocols and services including managing the day-to-day delivery of stable and reliable network services to clients
  • Hardware infrastructure, DNS (domain name system), routers, firewall systems, and cloud computing applications
  • IP addressing
  • OSI model
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills. Must be systematic, technically curious, and self-motivated.
• Ability to participate in a 24x7x365 on-call rotation
• Driver's License and ability to meet the University of Iowa Fleet Safety requirements (see website for info) https://uiowa.edu/riskmanagement/vehicle-use
• Responsible for network equipment replacement, code upgrade. Ability to accomplish day-to-day tasks including ascend/descend a ladder, move, transport up to 50 pounds.

Desired Qualifications: 

• Experience with DNS and DHCP
• Experience with configuration and support of wired and wireless communication network devices as well as the diagnosis and resolution of basic network problems.
• Experience working with network documentation tools such as Microsoft Visio.
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting a variety of wired and/or wireless client devices
• Experience with monitoring tools and technologies (e.g., Syslog, SNMP, AKIPS, etc.)
• Experience supporting enterprise level (500+ users) network systems

To be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. A cover letter is desired as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

For additional questions contact Robert Heitman - robert-heitman@uiowa.edu