Wireless and Network Systems Administrator - Information Technology Services

California Polytechnic State University; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 96,504 - 115,332; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement participation

Educational benefits

Job summary

California Polytechnic State University is seeking a Wireless and Network Systems Administrator to design and maintain networking equipment. Responsibilities include managing data networks and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance connectivity and security across the campus.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience with enterprise-level network infrastructures and a solid understanding of current routing protocols. A bachelor's degree and relevant experience are required. Competitive salary with great benefits offered.

Qualifications

• On campus and physically present to perform the role.
• Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise-level network infrastructure.
• Experience installing and using network configuration management tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-class networking equipment.
• Manage and support enterprise data networks and equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Enterprise-level network infrastructure support

Current network routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP)

Network configuration in hybrid cloud environments (AWS, VMware)

Automation tools/languages (Python, PowerShell)

Network configuration management tools (Cisco Prime, Puppet)

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Cisco Prime

SolarWinds

Jenkins

Job description

Wireless and Network Systems Administrator – Information Technology Services

Job No: 556096
Work type: Staff
Location: Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo Campus
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Probationary, Full Time, Information Systems & Technology, On-site (work in-person at business location)
Position Description:

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain enterprise‑class networking equipment (including software‑defined networks), network enabling services, infrastructure architecture, and configuration. Manage and support enterprise data networks and equipment that provide connectivity for all IT devices, telecommunications equipment, applications, LAN/WAN, cloud services, and the internet. Administer, monitor, troubleshoot, and document network‑related issues across the organization, including virtualized and system‑wide networks. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, technical staff, vendors, and stakeholders to lead or participate in process improvements, network development, deployment of updates and fixes, and ongoing administration and technical support. Implement, manage, and support security software, hardware, and network‑based appliances to protect the campus network.

Key Qualifications

• On campus and physically present to perform the role.
• Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise‑level network infrastructure and associated services (DNS, firewalls, application load balancers, Wi‑Fi and/or VoIP).
• Thorough working knowledge of current network routing protocols for data systems (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP).
• Advanced experience configuring network infrastructure in hybrid cloud environments (AWS, VMware).
• Experience with automation tools/languages (Python, PowerShell).
• Experience installing and using network configuration management and monitoring tools in a large‑scale enterprise DevOps environment (Cisco Prime, ALE OmniVista, Puppet, Jenkins, SolarWinds).

Education and Experience

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years of relevant experience.
• Additional experience demonstrating acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.
• An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year‑for‑year basis.

Salary and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Range: $96,504 – $115,332 per year
Classification Range: $87,408 – $127,332 per year

Cal Poly offers a best‑in‑class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees’ Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on protected status.

Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, and CSU’s nondiscrimination policy.

Supplemental Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required. Cal Poly may rescind conditional offers if a background check reveals disqualifying information.

The employee will be considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083.

Cal Poly is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Applicants may be required to disclose sexual harassment determinations under California Education Code 89521 and sign a release form for disclosures.

Application Details

Advertised: June 25, 2026 (4:10 PM PDT)
Applications Close: Open until filled