University of Miami · 15 hours ago
Sr. Network Engineer
Coral Gables, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expThe University of Miami’s UMIT Department is seeking a full-time Sr. Network Engineer to work in a hybrid capacity. The role involves evaluating system networking needs, maintaining the integrity of the University’s internal network, and providing expert technical assistance to team members.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Supervises and assists the installation, upgrade, and support of assigned network hardware, operating systems, and software. Provides subject matter expertise to maintain the appropriate lifecycle for the technologies within scope
Provides quality assurance for engineering designs of junior team members
Analyses system performance, modifies parameters to improve output, and effectively utilizes system resources
Installs and manages network communication equipment according to written and graphic specifications
Performs moderately complex configuration and maintenance of multi-protocols enterprise network equipment supporting University data and optical network
Coordinates implementation and testing of changes to the network hardware, circuits, and software
Designs, implements, and maintains voice over IP solutions. Configures and troubleshoots data network routers and switches
Utilizes test equipment and network management components in the analysis and correction of technical problems. Performs first line problem resolution for network hardware and services
Assists in maintaining documentation of hardware and software
Monitors network performance levels and ensures network availability is maintained
Provides primary support for hardware used on the local area network, metropolitan area network (TLS), and wide area network
Responds to questions regarding problems related to network services. Provides guidance and direction to customers. Identifies and diagnoses moderately complex problems and factors affecting network performance
Alerts supervisor or experienced technicians of network failures or degradation and performs corrective action
Monitors network performance using available software tools and monitoring hardware. Maintains network support databases. Submits documentation on the diagnosis and correction of troubles
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets
Devise, plan, deploy, and improve wireless networks from the beginning to implementation by collaborating with vendors, managers, and network engineers
Understand client requirements to be able to cater to their appropriate needs
Responsible for administering and maintaining communication infrastructure, including network connectivity, internet access, DNS, DHCP, LAN/WAN, VLANs, routing protocols, sub-netting, TCP/IP, OSPF, and QoS
Responsible for installing, maintaining, and supporting LAN, WAN and VoIP infrastructure
Provide high-level technical support for voice, video, and data network systems
Maintain network documentation, and hardware and software standards
Troubleshoots and resolves complex problems encountered in network, server/virtual server environment; communicates the technique and resolution to Technical Infrastructure team
Analyze and resolve network hardware and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion and provide training to colleagues where required
Oversee and participate in the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all network hardware, software, and communication links
Evaluates network needs and recommends improvements and modifications to existing infrastructure
Supervises and assists with the installation, upgrades and support of assigned network hardware, operating systems, and software for external customers
Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information
Monitor and test network performance and provide network performance statistics and reports
Participate in managing all network security solutions
Handhold other in-house engineers to train them on wireless technologies, besides guiding other non-technical people
Provide guidance to (junior) members of the team
Provides subject matter expertise to maintain the appropriate lifecycle for the technologies in scope including technology, risk, refresh, migration, and retirement
Provides support for critical network services 24x7x365 using the tools and resources available within the department
Is on-call to troubleshoot and resolve reported network problems, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Submits documentation on diagnosis and correction of troubles
Reports issues that occur during shift to leadership quickly and accurately
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience. Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered
Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary
Company
University of Miami
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