Network Analyst II

Montana State University-Bozeman

Bozeman (MT)

On-site

USD 44,597,044 - 50,107,444

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits eligible

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Job summary

A leading educational institution is looking for a Network Analyst II to provide technical leadership and support IT projects. The role involves extensive work with networking and telecommunications infrastructure, requiring strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and experience in cabling installations. Join a dynamic IT team dedicated to ensuring operational excellence and infrastructure management across the university's campus. Applicants must be willing to work flexible hours and participate in on-call rotations.

Qualifications

Experience with communications cabling installations.
Ability to manage competing priorities.
Basic understanding of networking concepts.

Responsibilities

Install and maintain fiber-optic and copper cabling systems.
Coordinate field operations and prioritize tasks.
Perform quality control inspections and document results.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer service

Technical direction

Job description

Network Analyst II

Position Information

Announcement Number: STAFF - VA - 26276
Position Number: 4M0292
Department: UIT Communications Wiring Services
Division: VP for Information Technology
Appointment Type: Classified
Contract Term: Fiscal Year
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE
FTE: 1.0
Benefits Eligible: Eligible
Salary: $32,373 - $36,373 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Contract Type: Classified Salary
Recruitment Type: Open

Contact

For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Jim Stipp
jim.stipp@montana.edu
406-994-2089

Brief Position Overview

As members of the MSU IT community, Network Analysts participate in and support IT efforts, projects, and initiatives, provide technical leadership and assist other support personnel with problems related to the usage of services across the network services portfolio. Network Analysts perform technically skilled precision work and provide complete, enterprise-level engineering, installation, management, maintenance and support of network and telecommunications equipment, software, services, communications cabling, and related infrastructure, including UPS, PDU, pathways, racks and cabinets. Network Analysts respond to issues, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair these items to address problems found in data centers, telecommunications rooms, and at field sites on and off the MSU Bozeman campus according to standard procedure and industry best practices. Network Analysts' work schedules may require non-standard working hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Duties and Responsibilities

Install, terminate, test, and maintain fiber-optic and copper structured cabling systems, including but not limited to Category 5e, Category 6, Category 6A, and shielded/unshielded twisted-pair (UTP/STP) cabling, across campus buildings and field sites.
Lead day-to-day field operations by coordinating work activities, assigning and prioritizing daily tasks, and providing technical direction to ensure efficient and standards-compliant project execution.
Perform quality control inspections of completed work, review test results and installations for compliance with applicable standards and specifications, and coordinate corrective actions as needed.
Document installations, test results, network topology, equipment records, and inventory to support operational continuity, compliance, and future planning.
Mentor and train staff and student employees on best practices, standards, equipment usage, testing procedures, and standards of compliance.
Maintain and calibrate test equipment and assist with updating procedures and documentation.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Demonstrated experience with communications cabling installations.
Demonstrated experience using standard tools and equipment for the installation, testing, and troubleshooting of telecommunications and network infrastructure.
Basic understanding of networking, telecommunications, and structured cabling concepts.
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a high level of customer service and responsiveness.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Demonstrated experience installing, terminating, splicing, testing, and maintaining copper and fiber infrastructure such as OM3, OS2, Category 5e, Category 6, Category 6A, and shielded/unshielded twisted-pair (UTP/STP) communications cabling systems.
Demonstrated experience interpreting, applying, and following ANSI/TIA/EIA telecommunications standards, BICSI guidelines and applicable codes.
Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements related to low-voltage and telecommunications installations.
Completion of manufacturer or industry training, such as CommScope Uniprise/NETCONNECT, Corning fiber certification.

The Successful Candidate Will

Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Possess active listening skills.
Be able to think intuitively and analytically to break down and resolve problems.
Be able to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as work effectively as a member of a team.
Be able to learn the complexities and unique aspects of the systems and infrastructure in place.
Be able to show initiative and follow through on tasks in a fast-paced work environment.
Be able to anticipate and resolve technical problems.
Be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the IT Community.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

May work outside in inclement weather to install or repair telecommunications circuits.
Installation and maintenance sometimes require exposure to electrical hazards.
This position requires after-hours and on-call support.
This position provides technical and work direction but does not include formal supervisory authority.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: Upon completion of a successful search
Applications will be screened on February 19, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

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