Telecommunications Analyst II (Datacenter Networking Engineer)

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Telecommunications Analyst II (Datacenter Networking Engineer) to support day-to-day data center networking operations, including load balancing and DNS administration, monitoring, documentation, and routine service support. The role involves implementing approved changes, maintaining records, and collaborating with technical staff and university departments.

The position expects at least a Bachelor's degree in CS or Engineering and 2 years of related networking

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant field is required.
• Two (2) years of load balancing and/or networking experience is required.
• Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the implementation of load balancing and DNS configuration changes following established procedures and approved change requests.
• Assists with data center networking activities, including documenting cable connections, updating network records, and supporting the installation and maintenance of networking equipment and cabling.
• Monitors network, load balancing, and DNS systems using established monitoring tools. Reviews alerts and reports issues to senior staff for further investigation and resolution.
• Provides basic support for data center networking services by supplying IP address and VLAN information, updating documentation, and responding to routine service requests.
• Assists in maintaining network documentation, inventory records, and configuration information to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Load balancing

DNS configuration

Network monitoring

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

ServiceNow

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Telecommunications Analyst II (Datacenter Networking Engineer)

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Information Technology

Department: OIT - Enterprise Infrastructur

Overview: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Telecommunications Analyst II (Datacenter Networking Engineer) in the Enterprise Infrastructure & Service Delivery/ Platform Services within the Office of Information Technology (OIT).

Reporting to the Manager of Information Technology, this position supports day-to-day data center networking operations, including load balancing and DNS administration, network monitoring, documentation maintenance, and routine service support. The incumbent assists with implementing approved network changes, maintaining network records, supporting data center infrastructure, and utilizing ServiceNow to document and track work activities while collaborating with technical staff and University departments.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Assists with the implementation of load balancing and DNS configuration changes following established procedures and approved change requests. Utilizes ServiceNow to track and document work activities.
• Assists with data center networking activities, including documenting cable connections, updating network records, and supporting the installation and maintenance of networking equipment and cabling.
• Monitors network, load balancing, and DNS systems using established monitoring tools. Reviews alerts and reports issues to senior staff for further investigation and resolution.
• Provides basic support for data center networking services by supplying IP address and VLAN information, updating documentation, and responding to routine service requests.
• Assists in maintaining network documentation, inventory records, and configuration information to ensure accuracy and completeness.

FLSA: Exempt

Grade: 27S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary: 77661.000

Mid Range Salary: 93390.000

Maximum Salary: 111027.000

Offer Information: The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits: Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status: Full Time

Standard Hours: 37.50

Work Arrangement: Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description: HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment: Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility: ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant field is required.
• Two (2) years of load balancing and/or networking experience is required.
• Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirements.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated expertise and excellence in the implementation and management of complex heterogenous data center environments.
• Must have experience working in a technical setting and an understanding of workflow, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrate proficiency in load balancing hardware, software, load balancing analysis.
• Proficient in layer 2 and layer 3 WAN and LAN topology, with knowledge in IP network analysis, BGP, data packet inspection and TCP and IP flow in networks and application flows.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and solve problems of high technical complexity.
• Strong familiarity with network/information security systems theory and design.
• An understanding of network connectivity, security architecture and policy development in large, complex environments.
• Demonstrated levels of responsibility in positions with implementation requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop quality technical documentation.
• Ability to communicate and promote ideas and transfer detailed technical knowledge to others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• F5 or A10 load balancing experience.
• Experience working in an enterprise data center network.

Certifications:

• Cisco (CCNA, CCNP)
• Juniper(JNCIA-DC, JNCIS-DC)
• F5 (F5-CTS, F5-CSE) or A10 (ACA, ACP)

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing.
• No special vision requirements.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds for the purpose of moving computer equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office environment.
• Moderate Noise.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST2025

Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: Piscataway (RBHS)

City: Piscataway

State: NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement