Network Engineer - #270004

Western Carolina University; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental, vision, and health insurance

Retirement plan contributions

Tuition waivers

Free group exercise classes

Discounted membership to the campus recreation center

Paid parental leave

Training and development programs

Job summary

Western Carolina University is looking for a Network Engineer to work on-site in Cullowhee, NC. This permanent full-time position involves designing and maintaining network services while collaborating with IT staff and managing network security.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and at least four years of experience in medium to large networks. The role offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and tuition waivers.

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Minimum four years of experience supporting networks.

Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, and enhance network services.
• Collaborate with IT staff and networking team.
• Support network management systems and security.

Skills

Knowledge of enterprise networking principles

Skill in implementation and maintenance of network infrastructure

Ability to analyze network performance issues

Ability to manage multiple projects

Ability to communicate technical information

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Juniper EX and QFX networking equipment

EVPN/VXLAN architectures

Aruba wireless infrastructure

Palo Alto firewalls

F5 load balancers

Ansible

Job description

Network Engineer - #270004

Primary location is on‑site at Cullowhee, NC. The network engineer works within the IT Division’s Networking and Communications department to design, maintain, and enhance the campus data, voice, video, and CATV network services. The engineer collaborates with the networking team and IT Division staff to support all aspects of the campus voice, video, data, and CATV networks; maintains network management systems; assists in network security; and keeps accurate network documentation.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of enterprise networking principles, including routing, switching, wireless networking, network security, and telecommunications systems.
• Skill in the implementation, administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of enterprise network infrastructure and services.
• Ability to analyze network performance issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively, both verbally and in writing, to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment while maintaining effectiveness in high‑pressure situations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will not require any immigration sponsorship or support.
• Alma mater must include a Bachelor's degree and at least four years of experience supporting medium to large networks; an equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered as a substitution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree and at least four years of experience supporting medium to large networks.
• Experience supporting one or more of the following technologies in an enterprise environment:
• Juniper EX and QFX networking equipment
• EVPN/VXLAN architectures
• Aruba wireless infrastructure and ClearPass
• 802.1X wired and wireless authentication
• Ansible or similar automation platforms
• Palo Alto firewalls and GlobalProtect
• F5 load balancers
• BlueCat DDI solutions
• VoIP, cellular, and contact center technologies

Position Type

Permanent Full‑Time

Benefits

• Dental, vision, and health insurance plans (eligibility begins the first of the month following hire).
• Retirement plan contributions beginning on the eligibility date following election, with employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan.
• Optional disability plans.
• Tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employees may enroll at any UNC System constituent campus.
• Free group exercise classes multiple times per week.
• Discounted membership to the campus recreation center.
• Free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus.
• Pretax flexible spending accounts.
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• 24 hours of paid community service leave per year.
• Paid parental leave after 12 months continuous service.
• Abundance of training, development programs, certifications, workshops, and conferences, many of which are offered free of charge.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call 828‑227‑7218 or email at [e-mail].