Network Design Engineer II

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 57,158 - 94,286; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Lexington, KY is seeking a Network Design Engineer II responsible for the design and support of networking systems vital for the University’s operations. Candidates should possess a BS degree and have at least 5 years of relevant experience along with a Cisco certification. The role involves significant responsibilities, including support for critical systems impacting UK Healthcare.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience in networking and infrastructure systems.
• Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for design, implementation, and support of networking systems.
• Manage systems, network, security devices, and collaboration infrastructure.
• Support functions critical to University operations including UK Healthcare.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

BS

Job description

Job Title Network Design Engineer II

Requisition Number RE52412

Department Name 3L600:ITS Networking & Infrastructure

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 47

Salary Range $57,158-94,286/year

Type Of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education BS

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience 5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) obtained within 1 year of hire date.

Physical Requirements Lift objects up to 50 pounds.

Shift Monday-Friday, 8am to 5pm. Afterhours work is frequently required due to system implementations and participating in a 24/7 on-call rotation as required.

Job Summary This position is responsible for senior level design, implementation, and support of networking and infrastructure systems managed by University of Kentucky, Information Technology Services, Networking and Infrastructure Division. This includes systems, network devices, security devices, collaboration infrastructure, and all supporting systems including but not limited to DNS, DHCP, AAA, NAC, VMWare, monitoring and logging systems. This position supports functions critical to the operation of the University including UK Healthcare.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Microsoft Office.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Deadline To Apply 12/07/2025

Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Information Technology

Industries

Online Audio and Video Media