Campus Network Engineer: Build & Secure Our IT Backbone

Texas Southmost College; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Southmost College in Austin is seeking a Network Engineer to set up and maintain campus networks, including firewalls, routers, switches, and wireless access points. The role focuses on network operation, security, and supporting campus users and departments.

You will develop LAN/WAN designs, monitor performance, document configurations, manage inventory, and participate in on-call rotations. Strong communication and teamwork with IT staff are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field preferred.
• Experience designing and maintaining campus networks.
• Strong knowledge of LAN/WAN, routing, switching, and security.
• Ability to write clear network documentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and secure campus network equipment, including firewalls, routers, switches, and access points.
• Design and implement LAN/WAN solutions and monitor performance.
• Develop and maintain network documentation and service records.
• Collaborate with IT teams and vendors; participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

LAN/WAN design

Network routing

Network switching

Firewall configuration

Security standards

Technical documentation

Vendor coordination

On-call support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT or related field

Tools

Routers

Switches

Firewalls

Access Points

NOC monitoring tools

VPN

Job description

Texas Southmost College in Austin is seeking a Network Engineer to set up and maintain campus networks, including firewalls, routers, switches, and wireless access points. The role focuses on network operation, security, and supporting campus users and departments.

You will develop LAN/WAN designs, monitor performance, document configurations, manage inventory, and participate in on-call rotations. Strong communication and teamwork with IT staff are essential.