Network & Security Administrator: WAN/LAN & Firewalls

Lehigh Carbon Community College; North Whitehall Township (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Carbon Community College seeks a mid‑level IT Network and Security Specialist to install, configure, and maintain campus LAN/WAN/WLAN and security infrastructure. Travel to other LCCC sites may be required; reports to the Assistant Director of Network and Security.

The role handles firewalls, VPNs, IAM, vulnerability management, incident response, and documentation. Requires 5+ years enterprise experience, CCNA/Security+, and knowledge of Windows, Linux, Aruba/Palo Alto solutions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of enterprise network and/or cybersecurity experience.
• 60+ college credits in a relevant field if no 5 years experience.
• CCNA or Security+ or equivalent certification; Act 153 clearances.
• Experience with ArubaOS/ArubaCX/Comware and Palo Alto or similar next‑gen firewalls.
• Okta IAM, NAC, EDR, vulnerability management, and VPN tools experience.
• Windows and Linux administration and strong documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support campus LAN/WAN/WLAN and security equipment.
• Administer security services: firewalls, VPN, IAM, NAC, and EDR.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and respond to security incidents and threats.
• Develop technical docs and network/cybersecurity diagrams.
• Coordinate with vendors and cross‑department projects.
• Provide after‑hours support and on‑call coverage as needed.
• Support security awareness programs and campus training.

Skills

Network administration

Cybersecurity

Firewall management

VPN

IAM

NAC

EDR

Windows

Linux

ArubaOS/ArubaCX/Comware

Palo Alto firewalls

Okta

Education

High School Diploma or GED

60+ college credits in a relevant field

Bachelor’s degree preferred (CS or related)

Tools

ArubaOS

ArubaCX

Comware

Palo Alto firewalls

Okta IAM

EDR and vulnerability tools

Windows and Linux systems

Network monitoring solutions

Job description

Lehigh Carbon Community College seeks a mid‑level IT Network and Security Specialist to install, configure, and maintain campus LAN/WAN/WLAN and security infrastructure. Travel to other LCCC sites may be required; reports to the Assistant Director of Network and Security.

The role handles firewalls, VPNs, IAM, vulnerability management, incident response, and documentation. Requires 5+ years enterprise experience, CCNA/Security+, and knowledge of Windows, Linux, Aruba/Palo Alto solutions.