Network Operations & Cybersecurity Engineer

Morgan State University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan State University is seeking a Network Operations & Cybersecurity Engineer to secure and operate campus network infrastructure and remote sites. The role blends traditional network operations with hands-on cybersecurity to protect institutional data, enforce segmentation and policy, and ensure uptime for services including VOIP and firewalls.

Responsibilities include configuring campus networks, leading day-to-day operations, and collaborating across teams on vulnerability management and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Networking, Information Security, or related field.
• At least five years in enterprise network operations, with cyber-focused roles.

Responsibilities

• Configure and support campus-wide wired/wireless infrastructure (Aruba, HP, Cisco, Dell, ALE); manage VLANs, ACLs, QoS, and port configurations; monitor DNS, DHCP, NAC, AD integration, and firewall configurations.
• Lead day-to-day operations for network access points, peripherals, VOIP handsets, and security appliances; collaborate on vulnerability management and zero-trust enforcement.
• Act as a consultant for network and application technologies; liaise on committees and project negotiations.
• Maintain DCIM tools to ensure physical security, compliance, and documentation; document changes and diagrams; participate in incident response and audits; pursue ongoing training.
• Participate in MSU technical and progress committee meetings; engage in organizational activities and training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Enterprise network operations

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor’s in Networking/Information Security

Tools

Aruba

Cisco

HP

Dell

DCIM tools

Job description

Morgan State University is a public research university and historically black college (HBCU) in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Morgan is Maryland's designated public urban university and the largest HBCU in Maryland.

Network Operations & Cybersecurity Engineer

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please enter two professional references on the References page of the application.

Posting Summary

Job Title

Job Title Network Operations & Cybersecurity Engineer

Division

Division Planning and Information Technology Department

Department

Department VP Planning & Information Technology

Work Status

Work Status Full Time

Position Category

Position Category Staff

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Pay Range

Pay Range Exempt

Salary Range

Salary Range $90,000 - $110,000 / year

Fund Source State Support

Job Summary

This role ensures the secure, efficient, and reliable operation of wired and wireless network infrastructure across campus and remote sites. It integrates traditional network operations with hands-on cybersecurity implementation - protecting institutional data, enforcing segmentation and policy, and enabling uptime for all mission-critical services, including VOIP, firewalls, Network Access Control, ISP integration, and remote access.

Job Duties

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Configure and support campus-wide wired/wireless infrastructure, including Aruba, HP, Cisco, Dell, and ALE equipment; manage VLANs, ACLs, QoS, and port configurations. Monitor and manage DNS, DHCP, Network Access Control, AD Integration, and firewall configurations; enforce segmentation, traffic policies, and ISP configurations. Provides maintenance and support for routers, switches, OSPF, BGP, VPLS, NPLS, VPN, and other connections. Proactively monitors all enterprise communication systems to ensure their stability and proper functioning, and instigates corrective measures as necessary.
• Lead day-to-day operations, including adds/moves/changes for network access points, peripherals, VOIP handsets, and security appliances. Collaborate with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams on vulnerability management, patch deployment, and zero-trust enforcement.
• Acts as a consultant for other network and application technologies, while also serving as a liaison on committees, task forces, evaluation groups, and negotiations related to associated projects.
• Maintain and utilize DCIM tools to ensure physical security, compliance, and documentation across all locations. Document infrastructure changes, generate network topology diagrams, and contribute to incident response and audit preparation. Actively participates in training and professional development classes to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Actively engages in MSU technical and progress committee meetings through participation and contribution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requested Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION :
A Bachelor’s in Networking, Information Security, or related field from an accredited college or university.
EXPERIENCE :
At least five years in enterprise network operations, with cyber-focused roles.

Other Preferences for Consideration

• Cisco CCNA or CCNP
• Aruba Certified Network Professional ( ACNP )
• CompTIA Security+ or CISSP (or equivalent)
• DCIM training (e.g., Sunbird, Nlyte)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Posting Number

Posting Number ST01551

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 11/06/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 11/30/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please enter two professional references on the References page of the application.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Bachelor’s in Networking, Information Security, or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have 5 or more years in enterprise network operations, with cyber-focused roles?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you a current, past, or retired Morgan State University employee?Are you a current, past, or retired State employee?If YES to current, past, or retired STATE employee, please state the agency.If not applicable, put N/A.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * How did you hear about this employment Opportunity?
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • EDULedger (formerly Diverse Issues in Higher Ed)
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • Insight into Academia (formerly Insight into Diversity)
  • LinkedIn
  • Mid-Atlantic HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
  • Other Online Advertising
  • Agency Referral
  • Website
  • MSU Careers Website