Comm & Network Tech Analyst 3 [Routing/Switching) - 136622

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 161,600; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in California seeks a Comm & Network Tech Analyst 3 to design, maintain, and troubleshoot campus network systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of network hardware and protocols, and excellent analytical and communication skills. Responsibilities include installing devices and providing consultations for network systems. This full-time position requires in-person attendance and offers a comprehensive salary range.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of network hardware and protocols.
• Ability to resolve complex network issues.
• Proven skills in analyzing and designing networks.

Responsibilities

• Designs, configures, and maintains campus networks.
• Installs and troubleshoots networking devices.
• Provides consultation and evaluation of network systems.

Skills

Network hardware understanding

TCP/IP knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Cisco Catalyst Center

NetMRI

Statseeker

Job description

Overview

Comm & Network Tech Analyst 3 [Routing/Switching) - 136622

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Payroll Title

COMM AND NETWORK TCHL ANL 3

Department

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SVCS

Worksite

Campus

Appointment Type

Career

Appointment Percent

100%

Union

Uncovered

Total Openings

1

Work Schedule

8 hrs/day

Filing Deadline

Wed 9/24/2025

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Note UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply. This position has recently been accreted by TX union and will be a part of that union moving forward.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 9/13/25 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 9/24/25. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Position Overview

The Data Communications team designs, configures, maintains, upgrades and monitors UCSD’s campus-wide local, wide area, and wireless networks. It supports the campus\'s enterprise routers, switches, wireless access points and associated management tools. These devices operate on Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, and other technologies in a heterogeneous multi-protocol environment.

Provides design, engineering, and maintenance assistance on the UCSD campus fiber and ethernet LAN/WAN networks. Applies skills as a seasoned, experienced communications professional with a full understanding of industry practices and relevant policies and procedures in providing consultation, evaluation, configuration, installation, troubleshooting and testing of network hardware and software to include routers, switches, wireless access-points and controllers, along with other networking equipment. Utilize various software and network management tools such as Cisco Catalyst Center, NetMRI, and Statseeker to analyze network traffic and resolve a wide range of complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Provides design, engineering and maintenance assistance on the UCSD campus LAN/WAN/WLAN.
• Provides consultation, evaluation, installation and testing of network devices and network management systems to include routers, switches, wireless access points, controllers, and other network equipment manufactured by Cisco and other vendors in a heterogeneous multi-protocol environment.
• Installs and troubleshoots devices on campus fiber optic, ethernet, and wireless networks.
• Applies skills as an experienced data communications professional with a full understanding of industry practices and relevant policies and procedures.
• Resolves a wide range of complex network issues.
• Demonstrates competency in selecting methods and techniques to obtain long-term network solutions.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of various network hardware platforms, network related protocols and software, including understanding of OSI layer 3 protocols at a basic level, layer 2 protocols at an advanced level, and related technical standards critical to the operation of complex interconnected networks. Knowledge of and skilled with TCP/IP, SNMP, 802.11, Ethernet, routing protocols and related protocols and concepts. Knowledge of and skilled with Cisco switches, routers, access points and similar systems.
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of professional data communications and network concepts necessary to resolve issues using established parameters, creativity and independent judgment, escalating as necessary.
• Proven skill in analyzing and designing new and upgraded fiber optic, twisted pair and Ethernet networks. Knowledge of principles of fiber optic, and Ethernet media systems including nomenclature, industry standards, methods and sources of information.
• Proven skill in interpreting voice, video and data communications protocols and specifications pertaining to fiber optic, and Ethernet, with ability to select proper medium for a given application.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization. Excellent interpersonal skills including oral and written communications. Able to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner. Skilled in communicating with campus management, including high-level technical professionals, on matters where University objectives and data communication systems are involved.
• Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Ability to set priorities to be self-directed, based on relative importance of job responsibilities. Ability to gather, organize and analyze data in the completion of a variety of functional assignments. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines.

Special Conditions

• Employee must be available to work evenings and flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as necessary.
• Employee must be able to work on a regular rotating on-call basis.
• Employee must be able to perform regular onsite visits to campus. Not a remote position.
• Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Employee must be available to travel as required.
• Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on background check results.
• This position has recently been accreted by TX union and will be a part of that union moving forward

Pay Transparency

Annual Full Pay Range: $88,000 - $161,600 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $42.15 - $77.39

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

Other

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: Higher Education