Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Posted: 25-Jan-23
Location: Edinboro, Pennsylvania
Type: Full Time
Salary: $61,868
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Internal Number: S016P
Position Title: Network and Telecom Administrator
Join a dynamic team of skilled technicians and network administrators at a state institution with exceptional benefits and opportunities for advancement. Work alongside dedicated teams that ensure the needs of Students, Faculty and Staff are met on each of our campuses.
Who We Are
Pennsylvania Western University (PennWest for short) is western Pennsylvania’s second largest university and combines the resources, programs, professors and expertise of three top institutions to create a new way to educate. Built on tradition and focused on the future, our approach means opportunities for fresh and diverse experiences are no longer confined to a single campus; they’re open to imagination.
Where We Are
California - Sprawling across 294 acres along the Monongahela River, this campus is less than one hour from the internationally renowned city of Pittsburgh, with its arts, culture, sports teams and business connections.
Clarion - Or take advantage of the scenic trails and outdoor activities on the beautiful Clarion River and nearby Cook Forest State Park.
Edinboro - The northernmost PASSHE school, Edinboro is a beautiful lakeside campus, just a 20-minute drive to the city of Erie and to the shores of Lake Erie. Enjoy local seasonal activities - Skiing, Swimming, Sailing, Fishing, Hiking, and Climbing.
The Position
Reporting to the Manager of Network and Telecommunications, the Network and Telecom Administrator belongs within the Technology Infrastructure team in the Information Technology Services (ITS) department of PennWest. The ITS department promotes team-oriented collaboration and open communication and the Network and Telecom Administrator position is instrumental to our success.
Example IT projects for the Network and Telecom Administrator position might include planning, configuring, testing, and implementing data network equipment including …
- Edge, distribution, and core switches
- Redundant Routers and Firewalls
- VPN servers
- Wireless Control Systems and Access Points
Other responsibilities and duties for the Network and Telecom Administrator position include …
- Providing direct support for end-users including faculty, students and staff
- Creating network related documentation
- Managing Telephony and VOIP services
- Troubleshooting wired and wireless network issues
The Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Excellent Health Benefits
- Wellness program
- Flexible workplace/remote hours
- Retirement Benefits
- Tuition Waiver/Reimbursement
Applicants are required to apply online at https://pennwest.peopleadmin.com/. For consideration, applicants must provide a cover letter, resume, official transcript of the highest degree earned (unofficial transcripts are acceptable for review purposes), and names and contact information for three current professional references.
Review of applications will begin on 1 week from posting date and continue until the postilion is filled.
Prior to employment the successful candidate will be required to obtain and submit current clearances from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Pennsylvania State Police, and the FBI.
Minimum Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or a related field
- Completion of a successful campus interview
Preferred Qualifications
- Six months of network support experience (internships acceptable)
- Strong team, communication, and project skills
- Expertise with the configuration, development and support of Cisco, Alcatel/Lucent, Aruba network equipment
- Knowledge of firewall and VPN configuration is also a plus.
