Oakton College · 9 hours ago
Network Analyst
Des Plaines, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$39.15/hr - $39.15/hr
2+ years expOakton College is seeking a Network Analyst to plan, manage, and oversee the operation of their data network and related systems. The role involves providing technical support, installing and maintaining network infrastructure, and ensuring network security and performance.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Provide technical support for college-wide data networks, requiring knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching, WANs, Wireless networking, TCP/IP protocols and scripting
Install and maintain new hardware and software critical to the operation of the networks, including a variety of switches, routers, wireless access points and firewalls
Perform copper and fiber optic cable termination and testing according to industrial standards. Identify and resolve cabling problems
Supervise and secure access to the network and network host systems. Plan and update implementation of network security and firewalls
Organize and prepare systems and change management documentation. Create and maintain necessary working drawings
Maintain an in depth knowledge of technology including hardware, communications, and networking technologies (LAN, WAN and Wireless)
Troubleshoot and resolve network problems. Work with vendors on complex issues and hardware/software support and replacement
Monitor system performance and security. Create and maintain management and performance monitoring scripts
Work as a team member with the data center staff to configure, deploy, secure and troubleshoot host based network services
Perform other job related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's Degree with specific course work in Computer Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary
A minimum of two years information technology work experience, with special knowledge of the technical components of networking is required
A minimum of two years' experience with IP protocols in routed networks is required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
The ability to perform moderate physical labor, light lifting and use a step ladder is required
Preferred
Two years networking work experience with Cisco equipment and Cisco CCNA or higher certification preferred
AutoCAD, Visio or other computer based drawing tool experience preferred
Python, power shell, Unix shell or other scripting language experience preferred
Networking experience in an institution of higher education is preferred
Company
Oakton College
Oakton is a community college with campuses in Des Plaines and Skokie.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Prashant Shinde
Chief Information Officer
Ruben Howard II, Ph.D.
Educational Foundation Industry Partnership Liaison
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