IT Network Engineer Junior, Edge Network Engineer Junior

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP); United States; On-site; USD 83,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park, Division of Information Technology (DIT) is seeking a Network Technician to implement, monitor, and support the campus wired and wireless networks. You will assist faculty, staff, and students with edge connectivity, perform jack activations, VPN and DNS troubleshooting, and contribute to network infrastructure deployment and replacement.

Duties may include evening or weekend work.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: 0 years of professional experience in IT infrastructure operations, maintenance, and administration; substitutions allowed as described in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Implement, monitor, and support the University's wired and wireless networks.
• Provide support to faculty, staff, and students for edge network connectivity and related services (DHCP/DNS, VPN, jack activations).
• Assist with network infrastructure deployment, replacement, and troubleshooting across campus.
• Support NOC operations and use network management systems as part of daily duties.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Customer service

Ability to deliver on time

Office productivity software

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Office 365

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Description Summary

This position is available within the University of Maryland’s Division of Information Technology (DIT). This position is responsible for the implementation, monitoring, and support of the University of Maryland wired and wireless networks. It provides support to UMD Faculty, Staff, and Students for connection to the edge network, including but not limited to providing assistance for jack activations, copper and optical connections, wired switch and wireless AP troubleshooting, DHCP and DNS services, VPN troubleshooting, and network infrastructure deployment and replacement. The campus network is a converged network that requires disciplined support and a strong propensity towards IT project management. A good understanding of campus Network Operations Center (NOC) functions along with an expertise to utilize network management systems is critical. This position requires a valid driver's license.

This position is considered essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event, weather emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.

May be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, or different shifts for extended periods.

Physical Demands

Requirement to perform "on-call" duties required to maintain various networks. Some stress factors may be involved due to the nature of the operation and complexity of the duties. This job requires the ability to install networking equipment that includes climbing ladders, lifting network equipment (40lbs), working with hand tools, and accessing mechanical rooms. Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive a vehicle.

Licenses/ Certifications

Valid Driver’s License is required to operate a state vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Zero (0) years of professional experience supporting the operations, maintenance, and administration of information technology infrastructure. Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

Ability to communicate effectively orally, and in writing; Ability to follow directions from more senior team members; A demonstrated commitment to customer service; Ability to deliver assignments on time; Skilled in the use of office productivity software such as Office 365 or Google Workspaces.

Additional Information

Please note that all positions within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) have an in person component with expected time in our College Park, MD location per week. Telework is not a guaranteed work arrangement.

Visa Sponsorship Information

DIT will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future. F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position.

Required Application Materials

Resume; Cover Letter; List of Three References.

Best Consideration Date

September 2, 2026

Posting Close Date

N/A

Open Until Filled

Yes

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Financial Disclosure Required

No

Department

DIT-EE-Network and Infrastructure Services

Worker Sub‑Type

Staff

Regular Salary Range

$83,280.00-$99,936.00

Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice Resources

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