Converged Network Admin II - Lead & Optimize Campus Network

Lone Star College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Star College System is seeking a Network Administrator II, Converged to maintain and optimize the institution's LAN, WAN, wireless and VOIP networks. The role involves design, deployment, and ongoing management of network infrastructure across multiple sites.

You will oversee hardware upgrades, monitor performance, and collaborate with vendors to ensure reliable connectivity. A Bachelor's degree and relevant experience are required, with advanced certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years related work experience.
• Intermediate certification in area of responsibility.
• Advanced certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs and deploys company LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including servers, routers, hubs, switches, UPSs, and other hardware
• Conducts research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry
• Oversees new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades
• Interacts and negotiates with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure network products and services
• Configures networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling business objectives and processes
• Monitors network performance and troubleshoots problem areas as needed
• Oversees installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of end user workstation hardware, software, and peripheral devices
• Ensures network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephony equipment, fax machines, and other network appliances. Including database, e‑mail, print, and backup servers and their associated operating systems and software
• Practices network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information
• Monitors and tests network performance and provides network performance statistics and reports
• Participates in managing all network security solutions
• Performs server and security audits, and system backups and recovery
• Manages and/or provides guidance to junior members of the team
• Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Skills

LAN/WAN

VOIP/Video

Network security

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Windows Server

S‑NOW

Job description

Lone Star College System is seeking a Network Administrator II, Converged to maintain and optimize the institution's LAN, WAN, wireless and VOIP networks. The role involves design, deployment, and ongoing management of network infrastructure across multiple sites.

You will oversee hardware upgrades, monitor performance, and collaborate with vendors to ensure reliable connectivity. A Bachelor's degree and relevant experience are required, with advanced certifications preferred.