Network Security Administrator

Wytheville Community College; Wytheville (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wytheville Community College is seeking a Network Security Administrator to lead the advanced engineering, security, and support of the college's data, voice, and video networks. You will manage routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and cloud services to ensure secure, reliable technology delivery across campus and remote sites.

The role requires expertise in network security, incident response, MFA, and policy enforcement, with a focus on compliance with FERPA, HIPAA, PCI‑DSS, NIST, and ISO

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience installing, configuring, and supporting enterprise network infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing protocols.
• Experience administering Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID, and cloud services.
• Experience using security tools: firewalls, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, EPP, SIEM.
• Ability to implement security controls and support compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing service requests with IT ticketing systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and support campus wired and wireless networks and security appliances.
• Monitor and improve network performance across campus and remote locations.
• Enforce cybersecurity policies, perform vulnerability assessments, and incident response.
• Manage identity, MFA, access controls, and documentation for IT systems.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and vendors to deploy technology solutions.

Skills

Enterprise network infrastructure

TCP/IP DNS DHCP VLANs

Microsoft 365 & Azure/Entra ID

Security tools & SIEM

Compliance & security controls

Analytical troubleshooting

IT ticketing system

Security & network fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in IT/CS/Cybersecurity

Industry certifications (CompTIA Network+/Security+, CCNA, CISSP, Juniper, Palo Alto)

Tools

Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto, Juniper

Job description

Network Security Administrator

Agency: Wytheville Community College

Location: Wythe - 197

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: $46,000 - $60,000

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Job Summary

The mission of Wytheville Community College is dedicated to facilitating student success and fostering excellence through teaching while providing personal development, lifelong career growth, community leadership, economic advancement, and cultural enrichment for the citizens of the counties of Bland, Carroll, Grayson, Smyth, and Wythe and the city of Galax. To achieve this mission and to fulfill its role as an educational leader and partner, Wytheville Community College commits to a student-centered environment by providing programs and courses in occupational-technical education, college transfer education, general education, developmental education, distance education, continuing education, and workforce development; utilizing a broad range of instructional technologies, methods, materials, and facilities that are designed to meet the diverse needs of students; offering a supportive, comprehensive program of student development services that contribute to student persistence, success, and citizenship; fueling regional and state economic development by forging partnerships with businesses, industries, public agencies, civic groups, public schools, and other institutions of higher education not only within the service region but throughout the Commonwealth; promoting Appalachian Culture and cultural opportunities of Southwest Virginia; promoting accessibility; promoting accessibility and affordability; and ensuring quality in all programs and services.

Responsibilities

The Network/Security Administrator is responsible for the advanced engineering, administration, security, and support of Wytheville Community College's data, voice, and video network infrastructure. The position provides expert-level management of wired and wireless networking systems, firewalls, VPN technologies, Microsoft Teams Voice services, and electronic communications platforms to ensure the secure, reliable, and efficient delivery of technology services. This position is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and enhancing network performance across all campus and remote locations. Duties include installing, configuring, and supporting routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, network security appliances, and cloud-connected services. The incumbent ensures network availability, manages system documentation, and supports disaster recovery and business continuity initiatives. The Network/Security Administrator plays a critical role in safeguarding institutional information assets through the implementation and enforcement of cybersecurity policies, procedures, and technical controls. Responsibilities include security monitoring, vulnerability assessments, incident response, identity and access management, multi-factor authentication administration, and maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and industry regulations, including FERPA, HIPAA, PCI‑DSS, NIST, and ISO 27001 frameworks. This position also provides advanced technical support for endpoint devices, collaborates with faculty and staff to determine technology needs, and assists with the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of computer hardware, software, and network‑access resources. The incumbent serves as a subject‑matter expert for network and security technologies and works collaboratively with Information Technology Services staff, VCCS personnel, and external vendors to support the mission and strategic goals of Wytheville Community College.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience installing, configuring, and supporting enterprise network infrastructure, including routers, switches, wireless systems, firewalls, VPNs, and network security appliances.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing and switching protocols, internet security principles, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Experience administering Microsoft 365, Azure / Entra ID, and cloud-based services such as Meraki and Juniper.
• Experience utilizing security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, vulnerability scanners, endpoint protection platforms, or SIEM solutions.
• Experience supporting compliance initiatives and implementing security controls related to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage service requests using an IT ticketing system and prioritize multiple projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Additional Considerations

• Experience and education equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Network Administration, or related field.
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Security+, CCNA, CISSP, Juniper, or Palo Alto certifications.
• Experience supporting Cisco, Meraki, Palo Alto, Juniper, or similar enterprise platforms.
• Experience with identity and access management, MFA, and Varonis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse workforce. Equal Opportunity Employer.