SEN NOC Network Engineer

NMSU; Las Cruces (NM); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 83 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

NMSU's Physical Science Laboratory IT team is seeking a SEN NOC Network Engineer in Las Cruces to design, implement, and maintain enterprise-level network solutions for K-12 connectivity across New Mexico. You will build integrated architectures, assess capacity, and collect user metrics to drive data-informed improvements.

Collaborating with SEN SOC staff, you will ensure robust cybersecurity integration, apply IaC principles using Ansible, and explore emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree with 4+ years of relevant experience or Bachelor's with 2+ years.
• US citizen with ability to obtain secret clearance within one year; must maintain clearance.
• Random drug testing in compliance with drug-free workplace requirements.

Responsabilités

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-level network solutions for K-12 connectivity across the state.
• Develop integrated network architectures and assess capacity and operability.
• Collaborate with SEN SOC staff to embed cybersecurity measures in network design and operations.
• Leverage Infrastructure as Code concepts and tools to automate deployment and maintenance; evaluate new technologies and vendors.
• Mentor students and colleagues; perform risk assessments and provide advanced technical support; support PSL leadership with future network plans.

Connaissances

IaC concepts

Ansible

Formation

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Outils

Ansible

Description du poste

Department Contact: Brooke Yaksich, [e-mail]

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: Join the PSL IT team as an SEN NOC Network Engineer

Position Details

PositionTitle: SEN NOC Network Engineer

College/Division: Physical Science Laboratory

Department: 470563-PSL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.00

FLSA Status: Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-level network solutions that meet the connectivity needs of K-12 schools across the state. This includes developing integrated network architectures, assessing network capacity and operability, and gathering metrics from end users to facilitate data-driven recommendations for network improvements. The role requires collaboration with SEN SOC staff to ensure robust cybersecurity measures are integrated into all aspects of the network’s design and operation. The position requires a solid understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and experience with tools such as Ansible for automating network deployment and maintenance tasks. While DevOps expertise is not required, familiarity with IaC concepts enables the Network Engineer to contribute to scalable and efficient network operations. The Evaluates emerging technologies and vendor offerings to recommend innovative and cost-effective solutions that enhance SEN’s infrastructure.
In addition to technical responsibilities, mentors students and colleagues, shares knowledge and expertise to support their professional growth. The role involves conducting risk assessments, providing advanced technical support, and ensuring compliance with standards and policies, including cybersecurity requirements. This position also makes strategic recommendations to the SEN NOC Supervisor and PSL leadership for future network enhancements and expansions.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:
Associate's Degree + 4 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree + 2 years of relevant experience.

Equivalent Qualifications:
None

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field and Three (3) years of experience directly related to the job duties and responsibilities.

Special Certification/Licensure:
Must be US citizen.
The ability to obtain a government secret clearance within one year is required.
Must maintain secret clearance throughout employment.
This position is subject to random drug testing in compliance with its drug-free workplace requirements.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.