Senior Network Engineer

Mhskids; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) seeks a Senior Network Engineer to lead the campus network and telecom infrastructure. This full-time, on-site role covers wired/wireless networks, VoIP systems, and cable plants across Hershey, PA.

Join a team of IT professionals to maintain 24x7x365 uptime, security alignment, and project delivery within a large campus environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• At least five years designing and managing enterprise campus networks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design, implementation and support of campus and data center networks.
• Mentor Infrastructure team members and coordinate with contractors.
• Ensure 24x7x365 uptime with proactive monitoring and patching.
• Lead network projects from start to finish and manage budgets.
• Collaborate with IT Security to apply approved controls and mitigate risks.

Skills

TCP/IP

BGP/OSPF

VLANs

Wi-Fi 802.11

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT or related

Tools

Palo Alto Firewalls

Infoblox IPAM

HP/Aruba Networking

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world’s best pre-K through 12th grade private schools, where approximately 2,200 students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided with a cost-free home and a top-notch education. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey in 1909, the school is fully endowed today, with the resources to ensure students can thrive. The school has prepared over 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and is expanding to serve more students for future generations.

MHS is seeking a full-time on-site Senior Network Engineer with compensation starting between $92K - $122K, depending on experience & qualifications, plus an excellent benefits package. The Senior Network Engineer is part of our Infrastructure Team and one of three professionals that oversee the campus network, telecommunication and cable plant systems that span over 6,000 acres and encompasses over 350 buildings across Hershey, PA. This position is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and support of core infrastructure technology systems and services. This includes wired and wireless data networks, inside and outside cable plants, VoIP phone systems and other telecom systems/services.

Key responsibilities:

Work with our team of 30+ IT professionals and 3rd party contractors to ensure their data and telecom system needs and the needs of the school are met in a timely manner.

Mentors the Infrastructure Specialist responsible for daily ticket resolution and system administration and fosters the growth and professional development of other IT team members.

Support our existing core infrastructure technology and ensure the following work is performed in a professional, consistent, and timely manner:

Preventative maintenance and patching

Proactive monitoring of all critical systems to identify issues ensure 24x7x365 up-time by troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner

Provide after-hours support for critical systems on a rotating basis ensuring prompt respond, resolution and communication

Respond to all routine daily tasks

Oversee all core data and telecom infrastructure technology projects from start to finish

Participate in the creation and vetting of RFP, RFI, RFQ, and ROI documents

Evaluate solutionsoptions, present findings to management, and make recommendations

Create and update project plans, schedules and statuses on a timely basis

Ensure projects are prioritized and completed in a timely and professional manner with attention to detail and ensuring key stakeholders are kept informed on the status. This includes effectively collaborating with other members of the IT department and other leadership and positions around the campus.

Design and implement core infrastructure technologies for campus construction projects

Perform general administrative tasks

Assist with creating and maintaining policies and procedures relating to core data and telecom technology systems and services

Collaborate with the IT Information Security Team to identify and implement approved security controls to ensure vulnerabilities and risks are mitigated in a timely manner.

Assist the Dir. of Infrastructure with maintenance and support contracts for all required services.

Create and maintain accurate infrastructure system documentation and policies.

Assist with annual operating and capital budget planning for data and telecom systems.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

At least five years of experience in a related role, including demonstrated expertise in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise data center and campus network infrastructure

Experience managing and delivering IT projects in a mid-sized to large enterprise network environment

Experience and proficiency in network protocols, including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, IEEE 802.1x, Multicast, and 802.11 Wi-Fi protocols

Experience and proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting network devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls

Demonstrated skills troubleshooting and supporting a wide range of infrastructure technologies including HP/Aruba Switching and Wireless, Palo Alto Firewalls, and Infoblox IPAM

Experienced with network security principles and best practices

Ability to evaluate new technologies and assist with setting strategic direction to meet the changing needs of the school

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Exceptional customer service experience and organizational skills

Excellent analytical skills and the ability to solve complex business and technical problems

Excellent verbal and written communicate skillsand ability to present technical information in layman’s terms

Demonstrated initiative, good judgement, and ability to achieve meaningful results

Must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all MHS staff are role models for students

Eager to actively engage with students beyond the job responsibilities.

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