Senior Network Engineer -OIT Security and Network Operations

University of Texas at Arlington, United States

Updated: about 21 hours ago
Location: Arlington, TEXAS
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Position Information


Posting Number S05362P
Position Title Senior Network Engineer -OIT Security and Network Operations
Department OIT Security & Network Operations
Location Arlington
Job Family Information Technology
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
Benefits at UTA
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University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
Provide senior administrative and technical support of wired and wireless enterprise network with a focus on layer three (3) routing, routing in the campus network environment with a focus on EVPN. Routing in cloud environments such as Azure and AWS (Amazon Web Services). Manage AI driven wireless networks. The candidate will also embrace the organization’s Principles of Community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Responsible for engineering and/or analytical tasks and activities with areas within the network telecommunications function with a focus on layer three (3) routing and virtual routing and forwarding deployment and software-defined networking.
  • Configure, manage, and maintain the university’s wired and wireless network infrastructure, utilizing advanced knowledge and expertise in Juniper Mist Access Points, Juniper Mist Edge, Juniper routers, switches, and firewalls.
  • Design, optimize, and manage the high-density wireless network using Juniper Mist infrastructure management tools and Ekahau Wi-Fi measurement tools.
  • Provide support in network projects and requirements.
  • Help to develop and update network policies and procedures.
  • Report, record, and work with departments to resolve network-related issues and incidents.
  • Other functions as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in information technology or four (4) years’ related field experience.
  • CCNA Routing and Switching or JNCIS-ENT Certification.
  • Working, practical experience with Cisco/Juniper network equipment.
  • Working, practical experience with cloud networking (Azure, AWS).
Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced degree in information technology or related field.
  • Experienced with Juniper EVPN.
  • Experienced with Virtual Network (VNET) deployments in Azure.
  • Experienced with Network configuration of Azure and AWS.
  • Certifications related to the duties and responsibilities specified (examples: CCNA Cloud, CCNA Data Center, CCNA Wireless or JNCIP-ENT, JNCIE-ENT).
  • Network automation with Pythion.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Advanced knowledge of Enterprise Networking and large Wireless Networks.
  • Advanced knowledge of Data Center and Software Defined Networking.
  • Team oriented.
  • Solid communication skills.
  • Self-motivated.
Other Requirements
  • Will be required to drive a university vehicle and must be complete and submit the UTA Form CO-EHS-F101 Request for Review of Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) to have their driving record history checked and be clear to drive.
  • All Information Technology staff – regardless of their unique position – are expected to perform their assigned duties in a manner consistent with professional standards, with full awareness of responsibilities toward managing personal and institutional data, with priority regard to delivering customer service, with an understanding of the 24/7 nature of IT and the responsibilities that create for them as individuals, and in a constructive and effective collaboration with colleagues.
  • Applicants will adhere to the University’s principles of community, this means that they will share mutual respect for their peers, faculty, and students. The applicant will provide constructive communication to enhance the mutual respect that is shared between employees. UTA fosters a supportive environment and the applicants will be expected to uphold these values and work collaboratively with other members of the University.
Working Conditions
Special Conditions for Eligibility
  • Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A Misdemeanor Conviction, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions in the last 10 years, Class A Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication in the last 10 years, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and ALL Family Violence Convictions regardless of class.
  • This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)., Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information., The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
  • Will be required to drive a university vehicle and must be complete and submit the UTA Form CO-EHS-F101 Request for Review of Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) to have their driving record history checked and be clear to drive.
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected] .


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted 3
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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