Network Administrator

Southeastern Louisiana University; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Louisiana University’s Office of Technology seeks a skilled Network Administrator to join our team. You will manage VMware, Linux environments, wireless infrastructure, VoIP, and core switches/routers/firewalls to maintain performance, reliability, and security of IT systems.

This role requires strong troubleshooting abilities, critical thinking, and a hands-on approach in a dynamic environment, with exposure to security principles and scripting tasks in PowerShell, Python, or Bash.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university by hire date.
• Genuine commitment to fostering and working in a diverse environment.
• Valid Louisiana driver’s license and ability to complete southeastern’s Driver Safety Course.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot network and IT infrastructure.
• Collaborate with the network administration team to support VMware, Linux, and core networking components.
• Ensure performance, reliability, and security of IT systems in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Critical thinking

Hands-on approach

IT operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

VMware

Linux

Windows Server

Job description

Thank you for your interest in employment with southeastern Louisiana University.

Southeastern Louisiana University's Office of Technology is seeking a skilled and motivated Network Administrator to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a wide range of advanced systems critical to the daily operations of the University. In collaboration with the network administration team, the Network Administrator helps maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot a variety of complex technologies including VMware, Linux environments, wireless infrastructure, VoIP systems, and core network components like switches, routers, and firewalls. The position plays a key role in ensuring the performance, reliability, and security of our IT systems. Strong troubleshooting abilities, critical thinking, and a hands‑on approach are essential in this dynamic and fast-paced environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university by hire date
• Genuine commitment to fostering and working in a diverse environment
• Valid Louisiana driver’s license and ability to complete southeastern’s Driver Safety Course

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Hands‑on experience and a passion for IT infrastructure
• Experience managing servers, networks, and data center environments
• 2 years of relevant IT experience
• Familiarity with core networking technologies: switching, routing, VLANs, and firewalls
• Understanding of foundational internet protocols such as HTTP, TLS/SSL, LDAP, DHCP, DNS, and TCP/IP
• Solid knowledge of cybersecurity principles and common threats
• Basic experience with Windows and Linux server operating systems
• Practical scripting skills in PowerShell, Python, or Bash
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA Network+ or Security+

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Vita
• Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)
• Names and contact information for 3 references

Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeast is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.