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Mississippi State University

Network Administrator

🇺🇸 Starkville, MS

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Information Technology

🗓️ July 31st, 2025

CCNA Python TCP/IP

Edtech.com's Summary

Mississippi State University is hiring a Network Administrator to install, maintain, manage, and support network electronics and software within a 40-Gigabit/100-Gigabit Ethernet enterprise network. The role involves deploying network infrastructure, evaluating hardware and software, providing technical support, and collaborating with IT Infrastructure staff.

Highlights

  • Install, configure, and maintain core network hardware and software.
  • Evaluate and recommend new network technologies and equipment.
  • Provide technical support to IT divisions and the university community.
  • Participate in on-call duties with 24/7 pager alerts for emergencies.
  • Required Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field or equivalent experience.
  • Preferred certifications include Cisco CCNA/CCNP or CWNP.
  • Experience with network protocols, routers, switches, Fortinet firewalls, and wireless deployments (802.11a/g/n/ac/ax).
  • Proficiency with Python, Perl, Bash, or other UNIX/Linux scripting languages.
  • Occasional physical activities include standing, stooping, crawling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • Supervised by the Manager of Network Services within Information Technology Infrastructure.