Network Engineer Sr Network Engineer Sr

Department 00428 – UIT – Network & Comm. Srvs Job Summary

University Information Technology has an opening for a NetDevOps Engineer within its Common Infrastructure Services department. This position will support equipment automation, information collection and reporting, and workflow solutions, as well as participate in the design, deployment, continued development, integration, maintenance, and validation for network automation and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks associated with the engineering of network systems used in data communications services, including fiber optic, twisted pair, IP systems, switches, routers and LAN/WAN Systems.
• Collaborates with other team members and groups to identify and develop scalable network designs, solutions and policy recommendations.
• Ensures continued smooth operations of the global network infrastructure.
• Supports internal application groups by identifying and presenting their network-impacting requirements to the rest of the network engineering team.
• Supports and leads implementation of growing network infrastructure.
• Prepares various documents such as work orders, purchase orders, records equipment, facilities and systems, and budget paperwork.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Often: Office environment.

Seldom: Outdoor Environment

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, bending, twisting, kneeling, squatting, crawling.

Seldom: Reaching overhead, lifting- up to 50 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) and at least 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Automating Operations/System Administration
• Strong understanding of Linux, Mac OS X, and Windows operating systems
• Experience with using REST APIs
• Hands-on experience with VLAN trunking, STP troubleshooting, and enterprise level routing
• Strong understanding of network protocols (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, ARP, HTTP, HTTP/S, SSH, etc.)
• Strong understanding and experience integrating large enterprise systems using scripting languages (JavaScript, PowerShell, and Python) and standard protocols
• Experience developing and implementing scripted automation solutions to optimize operational tasks
• Experience in using configuration management tools like Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform, HashiCorp Terraform
• Proven ability to participate with other functional teams in systems integration and design with attention to detail
• Excellent communications skills
• Experience with specific platforms: ServiceNow, InfoBlox, Solarwinds, Cisco APIC, Cisco DNA Center, and Cisco IOS and Nexus platforms
• Develop automated and scripted solutions that integrate with Enterprise Systems
• Operationally maintain the Orchestration systems in multiple environments
• Troubleshoot automation issues through entire stack

Preferences:

• Four to six years of previous IT related experience preferred.

Additional Information

About UIT: University Information Technology (UIT), the central IT service provider for the University of Utah, reports to the U’s Chief Information Officer and is responsible for many of the U’s shared IT services including the wired and wireless network; Campus Information Services (CIS) portal; UMail, telephone, and online collaboration; digital learning technologies; information security; software licensing; and a host of other IT systems and services.

About the University of Utah: Located in Salt Lake City, the U is the flagship institution of the State of Utah’s system of higher education, home to arts and museum venues and a member of the Pac-12 Conference. Skiing and snowboarding opportunities are a short distance from campus, and opportunities to pursue activities from biking to hiking to fishing abound. Salt Lake City is home to the Utah Symphony and Opera, Ballet West, professional sports teams, and a wide range of other cultural and recreational activities.

University of Utah Benefits

• Health, dental, and wellness coverage
• Automatic and immediately vested 14.2% employer contribution to personal retirement account (401a)
• Free public transportation pass (Utah Transit Authority)
• Paid leave time
• Reduced tuition benefits for employee and family members
• More information: https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

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