Network Engineer 108930

Job no: 496135
Position type: Staff Full-time
Location: Pensacola - Main Campus
Division/Equivalent: Academic Affairs Division
School/Unit: ITS General Admin
Categories: IT/Technology

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Position Number: 108930
Position Title (Classification Title):  Network Engineer 108930
Working Title:  Network Engineer III
Job Summary: The Network Engineer III is a senior-level technical position responsible for the design, implementation, operation, security, and reliability of the UWF enterprise campus networks. This advanced position plans and oversees the architecture and performance of wired and wireless LAN/WAN networks, enterprise VPNs, edge firewalls, and related network services. Duties include configuring, installing, and maintaining network hardware and services across the main campus and remote sites; managing network IP addressing and VLAN design; supporting and securing data center network infrastructure, power systems, and fiber plant; and administering core network services such as DHCP and RADIUS. The Network Engineer III also plays a key role in network security by implementing and monitoring access controls, firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS systems, and participating as an active member of the ITS Security Team. In addition, this role provides advanced troubleshooting, problem resolution, and real-time support of major and critical systems, and could be expected to mentor and guide other network staff to ensure effective knowledge transfer and continuous improvement of network operations.
Department ITS General Admin
FLSA: Exempt
Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Networking, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience, is required. Candidates must have at least four years of progressively responsible experience working in network engineering or network support roles, including experience managing multiple major and critical network systems. This position requires advanced, hands-on experience designing, configuring, installing, and maintaining complex enterprise network infrastructure such as wired LAN/WAN, wireless networks, VPNs, VLANs, and related security appliances. Applicants must also have experience supporting and securing network systems through tools such as firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS). The Network Engineer III is expected to handle more advanced problem-solving, provide real-time support for critical systems, and train and mentor junior network staff.
Position Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have advanced knowledge of enterprise network design, installation, and maintenance best practices, and demonstrated experience with configuring and supporting enterprise-grade switches, routers, wireless access points, VoIP systems, and related equipment. Strong skills in network monitoring, troubleshooting, and analysis are essential, as is a deep understanding of network security principles, including the ability to monitor network activity, investigate anomalies, and respond to security incidents as needed. This position requires the ability to work independently with limited supervision, manage projects or processes, and resolve difficult or complex technical problems. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required, including the ability to clearly explain technical concepts and coach less experienced staff.
Preferred Qualifications Preferred qualifications include holding advanced industry certifications such as CCNP, CWNP, or a comparable credential. Experience designing, installing, and maintaining enterprise networks in a higher education or large-scale environment is highly desirable. Familiarity with structured cabling, physical layer standards, and related equipment such as UPS systems is a plus. Experience supporting remote sites and distributed network environments, as well as working closely with information security leadership to monitor network security and respond to incidents, is preferred. Demonstrated experience leading technical projects and mentoring or training other network engineers is also strongly desired.
Essential Functions / Job Duties:
  • 50% - Collaborates with other Network Engineers on the design, installation, configuration, and maintenance of the enterprise campus network, including overseeing and advancing the architecture of wired LAN/WAN, VPN, and wireless networks for the main campus and remote sites. Plans and executes upgrades and installations of network equipment in the data center and building communications closets. Configures, installs, and optimizes networking equipment such as switches, VoIP phones, wireless access points, UPS, VLANs, and related security measures. Provides advanced troubleshooting and ensures the reliability and performance of critical network systems. Serves as a technical resource and mentor for junior network staff to support knowledge transfer and consistent implementation of standards. - (Essential)
  • 25% - Responsible for the security and integrity of the University’s network infrastructure, including the administration and management of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and other security controls. Monitors and analyzes network logs to detect and investigate anomalous behavior, coordinates with Information Security leadership on incident response, and implements security best practices and solutions to mitigate risks. Develops and maintains network security configurations, such as ACLs, to ensure compliance with security policies. - (Essential)
  • 25% - Oversees and participates in ITS standard processes and procedures, including change management, monitoring, and alerting related to network operations. Maintains accurate and up-to-date documentation of network devices, configurations, fiber plant, and related infrastructure. Ensures proper inventory management of all network hardware and connectivity assets. Develops, updates, and enforces procedures and standards to support the stability and security of the campus enterprise network. Provides training, documentation, and guidance to other network staff to promote consistent practices and operational continuity. - (Essential)
Physical Demands:
  • Physical Requirements: Regularly involves lifting, bending or other physical exertion. Often exposed to one or more disagreeable environmental factors, such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc., with often to the point of being objectionable.
  • Impact of Deadlines: Externally imposed deadlines set or revised on short notice. Frequent shifts in priority. Numerous interruptions requiring immediate attention. Unusual pressure on a daily basis due to accountability for success of major projects.
  • Standing: Daily
  • Walking: Daily
  • Sitting: Daily
  • Reaching with hands and arms: Daily
  • Climbing or balancing: Daily
  • Stooping: Daily
  • Use of hands to handle objects: Daily
  • Lifting up to 10lbs: Daily
  • Lifting up to 25lbs: Daily
  • Lifting over 25lbs: Frequently
  • Talking as express or exchange of ideas verbally: Daily
  • Hearing as perceive sound by ear: Daily
  • Vision as distinguish colors & depth: Daily
Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:

  • This position requires a criminal background screen.

  • This position requires fingerprinting.

  • This position is eligible for veteran's preference.

  • This position requires a valid driver's license.
Number of Vacancies 1
Work Hours 8 am - 5 pm
FTE 1.0
Salary Range $120,000
Pay Basis Annually
Closing Date: 8/29/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants: Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu.

Applicants are required to attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references.

An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process.

For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850-474-2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu.

This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans’ Preference pursuant to Section 295.07, F.S.; applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation on or before the posting deadline date as such documentation is required for eligibility determination. Supporting documentation, in addition to the DD214, may be required based on eligibility criteria. For information on obtaining a DD214, visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272.

At the conclusion of this search, if a non-preference eligible applicant is appointed to the position and you are a preference-eligible applicant and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, a written complaint requesting an investigation may be submitted to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Blvd., Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708. Such a complaint should be filed within 60 calendar days from the date that the notice the position has been filled is received by the applicant pursuant to Sections 120.569 and 120.57, F.S.

Prior to filing a complaint, it is the responsibility of the preference-eligible applicant to contact the designated Human Resources or other contact person at least one time after 45 days have passed from the final date for submitting an application or the interview date, whichever is later in time, if the applicant has not received notice of a hiring decision.

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