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Inside Higher Ed · 8 hours ago

Network Analyst - Networking & Operations/Information Technology - Central Services

Modesto, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$7,516/mo - $9,591/mo

1+ years exp

Inside Higher Ed is seeking a Network Analyst for the Yosemite Community College District/Central Services. The role involves performing professional information technology duties related to network design, installation, analysis, and maintenance, while also participating in complex network-related projects and assisting users with network operations.

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U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provides moderately complex professional support duties related to the design, implementation, maintenance and monitoring of the District’s network infrastructure

Installs, configures and maintain network infrastructure devices that include, but are not limited to hardware firewalls, routers, switches, concentrators, and DNS/DHCP servers; installs and configures server and personal computer hardware, software, programs and applications as needed to support network activities

Implements approved security procedures

Analyzes network functions to identify reliability and efficiency issues; monitors servers and network equipment for response time, problem prevention, performance and resource utilization; implements actions to overcome result deviations

Assesses network security risks and implements proactive measures to maintain network integrity

Participates in complex network expansion and development projects and may serve as project coordinator on moderately complex projects; evaluates and recommends network software and hardware solutions; communicates with vendors and/or other agencies to gather information; researches options and analyzes costs/benefits issues; analyzes integration issues; determines requirements for new equipment installation; prepares reports and recommendations regarding the purchase of hardware, software and peripherals and coordinates purchasing activities as assigned

Assesses institutional needs and recommends new technologies to provide analysis and solutions needed for the District network; evaluates and recommends equipment, tools, and utilities to improve the quality of support for network services

Develops and prepares technical standards, operational procedures and system performance objectives

Participates in large-scale implementation of new processes, upgrades and equipment rollouts; helps plan and implement enterprise-wide network upgrade strategies and procedures

Performs technical administrative duties; attends meetings; serves on committees and task forces; independently responds to various inquiries and correspondence; prepares information and data requested for administrative review; maintains information system documentation; prepares reports, files, correspondence and other documents

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Network principlesTCP/IPCisco networking devicesNetwork troubleshootingOS administrationDatabase softwareNetwork securityEffective communicationProblem-solvingTeam collaboration

Required

Knowledge of: Network principles, protocols, concepts, practices and terminologies

Principles and practices pertaining to the following areas: TCP/IP, Gigabit/Fast Ethernet Switches, IOS, LAN, VLAN, WAN, HSRP, OSPF, H.323, SNMP, 802.1X and 802.11x, Wi-Fi, PIX Firewall, Cisco VPN, T1, DS3, FDDI, RADIUS, TACACS+, Network intrusion detection/prevention, Traffic Analysis, packet tracing, security implementation, network design, network performance analysis, troubleshooting and analyzing network packets using various networking tools

The use of various Cisco networking devices

Principles and methods of administering OS architectures such as Unix, Linux, Macintosh and Microsoft Server systems and their administrative requirements

Contemporary business software, including database and report writing software

Methods, techniques, and procedures of modern computer and computer programming design, development and implementation

Professional methods and techniques of network and information system troubleshooting, maintenance, development, enhancement, and testing

Ability to participate in the design and implementation of complex network systems using provided documentation and on-the-job effort

Ability to prepare flow charts and documentation pertaining to design steps and logic with speed and accuracy

Ability to analyze network needs and problems, and develop clear and logical solutions

Ability to participate in complex information technology projects, including vendor communications and equipment procurement

Ability to prepare documentation and operating procedures in a clear and concise manner

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work

Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with major course work in computer science or a closely related field

One year performing professional information technology duties that emphasized network design, development, installation, analysis, testing, implementation, documentation and maintenance