Network Engineer

Georgia Institute of Technology; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Tech in Atlanta is seeking a Network Engineer to maintain, optimize, and secure the institution's network infrastructure. You will diagnose issues, implement scalable solutions, and collaborate with IT teams to ensure reliable connectivity for faculty, staff, and students.

The role emphasizes hands-on installation, ongoing monitoring, and documentation of network configurations. A proactive, security-minded approach is essential in a large, distributed network environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in a related discipline or equivalent.
• Advanced certification may be preferred or required.
• Valid Georgia Driver's License or ability to obtain one.
• No prior relevant work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network performance and reliability to maintain optimal connectivity.
• Configure and install routers, switches, and firewalls for secure access.
• Conduct regular network assessments and audits for security and integrity.
• Document configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps for knowledge base.
• Provide technical support to faculty, staff, and students on network issues.
• Stay updated on networking technologies and best practices.
• Plan and coordinate network upgrades with vendors and stakeholders.
• Prepare reports on network performance, incidents, and resolutions.
• Collaborate with IT teams to design and implement network solutions.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Network fundamentals

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Vendor coordination

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent

Advanced certification

Tools

Cisco devices

Aruba devices

Juniper Mist

Wireshark

Job description

Job ID

304998

Employment Type

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Location

Atlanta, GA (In-Person, In-Office)

Job Summary

Network Engineers are responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and securing the institution's network infrastructure to ensure reliable connectivity and high performance for all users. This role involves diagnosing and resolving network issues, implementing scalable and resilient network solutions, and collaborating with other IT teams to enhance the overall network environment. Network Engineers play a critical role in supporting the institution's technological needs and ensuring seamless access to digital resources.

Responsibilities

• Job Duty 1 - Monitor the performance and reliability of the institution's network infrastructure, identifying and resolving issues to maintain optimal connectivity for users.


• Job Duty 2 - Configure and install network equipment, such as routers, switches, and firewalls, to ensure efficient data transmission and secure access to resources.


• Job Duty 3 - Conduct regular network assessments and audits to evaluate security measures and identify vulnerabilities that may impact the institution's data integrity.


• Job Duty 4 - Document network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps to create a knowledge base that supports effective issue resolution and team collaboration.


• Job Duty 5 - Provide technical support and guidance to faculty, staff, and students regarding network-related issues, ensuring prompt and effective solutions.


• Job Duty 6 - Stay informed about emerging networking technologies and industry best practices, recommending enhancements that could improve the institution's network performance.


• Job Duty 7 - Participate in the planning and execution of network upgrades and expansions, coordinating with vendors and stakeholders to minimize disruptions to services.


• Job Duty 8 - Prepare reports on network performance metrics, incidents, and resolutions, presenting findings to management to inform decision-making and resource allocation.


• Job Duty 9 - Collaborate with other Information Technology teams to design and implement network solutions that support the institution's goals and enhance user experiences.


• Job Duty 10 - Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Associate's Degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced certification may be preferred or required.
Other Required Qualifications
Valid Georgia Driver's License or ability to obtain a valid driver's license The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, controls, or tools listed above; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Required Experience
No prior relevant work experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline or equivalent.

Internship, student employment, coursework, home-lab, military, or other hands‑on experience involving wired or wireless networking.

Familiarity with enterprise wireless equipment or management platforms from Cisco, Aruba, Juniper Mist, Extreme Networks, or another major manufacturer.

Familiarity with Wi‑Fi access points, wireless controllers, antennas, and network‑management systems.

Basic knowledge of 802.1X, RADIUS, WPA2/WPA3‑Enterprise, certificate‑based authentication, or network access control.

Exposure to wireless site surveys, spectrum analysis, coverage testing, or tools such as Hamina or Ekahau.

Familiarity with network‑monitoring and packet‑analysis tools such as Wireshark.

Experience creating or maintaining network diagrams, equipment inventories, troubleshooting records, or technical procedures.

Entry‑level certification such as CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCST Networking, CCNA, CWNA, or a comparable credential.

Interest in developing expertise in enterprise wireless networking and supporting a large, distributed network environment.

Very hands on position. Physically installing wiring, standing for long periods of time and installing access points.

Minimum of 2 years of hands on field experience

Proposed Salary

Salary $65,052 - $72,000 Depending on experience and preferred skills.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

SKILLS
This job requires project leadership and organizational skills and advanced skill in design and maintenance of network architecture including applicable systems and network software and hardware.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit https://usg.policystat.com/policy/19298143/latest/