North Central College
Network Engineer
CCNA
TCP/IP
Edtech.com's Summary
North Central College is hiring a Network Engineer. The role involves installing, configuring, monitoring, and supporting the college's Cisco-based wired and wireless enterprise network infrastructure. The engineer will manage day-to-day network administration, troubleshoot connectivity issues, assist with security implementations, and support network modernization efforts.
Highlights
- Maintain and support Cisco switches, routers, and wireless LAN controllers.
- Use network monitoring tools for performance tracking and issue identification.
- Perform routine network maintenance including firmware updates and cable diagnostics.
- Troubleshoot network connectivity problems and escalate complex issues.
- Document network diagrams, IP schemes, and hardware inventories.
- Assist with network security policies, VPNs, ACLs, and firewall rules.
- Must have experience with Cisco Catalyst and Nexus equipment, ASA/Firepower firewalls, and Cisco ISE.
- Proficiency with tools such as Ekahau AI Pro, Wireshark, and SNMP-based monitoring.
- Requires Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field and CCNA certification.
- Salary range is $70,000 to $84,000 with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, retirement plans, paid time off, and tuition waiver.
Network Engineer Full Description
Network Engineer
Position Information
Posting Number | S000942
Position Title | Network Engineer
Department | Information Technology Services
Division | Information & Technology
Supervisor Title | Senior Network Engineer
Status | Full Time Regular
Salary Range | $70,000-$84,000
Position Summary | The Network Engineer is responsible for the installation, configuration, monitoring, and operational support of the College’s enterprise network infrastructure. Reporting to the Senior Network Engineer, this position supports day-to-day administration of Cisco-based wired and wireless networks serving academic buildings, residence halls, and administrative offices. The Network Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring reliable connectivity, resolving network issues, and supporting ongoing network modernization initiatives in a higher education environment.
Description of Key Responsibilities | Infrastructure Support: Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Cisco switches, routers, wireless access points, and other devices utilizing the campus IP network. Monitoring & Analysis: Utilize network monitoring tools to track performance metrics, identify problems, and generate reports. Routine Maintenance: Execute routine moves/adds/changes, scheduled firmware updates, patch management, perform cable diagnostics and configuration backups under the guidance of senior staff. Troubleshooting: Act as the first line of defense for network connectivity issues, escalating complex problems to the Senior Engineer when necessary. Documentation: Maintain accurate network diagrams, IP address schemes, and hardware inventory records. Security Assistance: Assist in the implementation of network security policies, including ACLs, VPN configurations, and firewall rule updates.
OTHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Support the College’s mission, vision, and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College’s Strategic Plan. Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students, and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative, and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Familiarity with Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switches, routers, and Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC), including configuration tasks, firmware updates and network monitoring. Solid understanding of the OSI model, TCP/IP, VLAN, VLAN trunking (802.1Q), 802.1x Authentication mechanisms, Spanning-Tree. Experience with Cisco ASA/Firepower, Sophos XGS or similar Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) and Cisco ISE. Proficiency in cable test equipment, Ekahau AI Pro, packet capture analysis (Wireshark) and SNMP-based monitoring tools. Hands-on experience with Zero Trust network access and cloud-delivered security services (for example, Zscaler, Netskope, Palo Alto Prisma Access, or similar). Experience with modern network architectures and cloud-connected networks, such as software-defined networking, cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP), and hybrid connectivity architecture.
Distinguishing Characteristics | The Network Engineer supports a high-density campus network environment that serves thousands of concurrent wired and wireless devices. The role requires balancing the open-access needs of an academic community with strong security controls to protect institutional data and systems. The position supports a diverse range of traffic types, including administrative systems, instructional technologies, research workloads, and latency-sensitive applications such as streaming and esports. The Network Engineer operates within a largely BYOD ecosystem, supporting a wide array of endpoint devices, including College-managed systems, student-owned devices, and IoT technologies.
Education/Training | Minimum Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Certification: CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate). Desirable Certifications: CWNA (Certified Wireless Network Administrator) or other relevant networking certifications.
Experience | FMinimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience in network engineering, network administration, or a related technical role. Experience in a higher education environment is preferred.
Licenses or Certifications |
Is This a Temporary Position? | No
Employment Conditions | An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s background screening process.
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position Title | Network Engineer
Department | Information Technology Services
Division | Information & Technology
Supervisor Title | Senior Network Engineer
Status | Full Time Regular
Salary Range | $70,000-$84,000
Position Summary | The Network Engineer is responsible for the installation, configuration, monitoring, and operational support of the College’s enterprise network infrastructure. Reporting to the Senior Network Engineer, this position supports day-to-day administration of Cisco-based wired and wireless networks serving academic buildings, residence halls, and administrative offices. The Network Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring reliable connectivity, resolving network issues, and supporting ongoing network modernization initiatives in a higher education environment.
Description of Key Responsibilities | Infrastructure Support: Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Cisco switches, routers, wireless access points, and other devices utilizing the campus IP network. Monitoring & Analysis: Utilize network monitoring tools to track performance metrics, identify problems, and generate reports. Routine Maintenance: Execute routine moves/adds/changes, scheduled firmware updates, patch management, perform cable diagnostics and configuration backups under the guidance of senior staff. Troubleshooting: Act as the first line of defense for network connectivity issues, escalating complex problems to the Senior Engineer when necessary. Documentation: Maintain accurate network diagrams, IP address schemes, and hardware inventory records. Security Assistance: Assist in the implementation of network security policies, including ACLs, VPN configurations, and firewall rule updates.
OTHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Support the College’s mission, vision, and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College’s Strategic Plan. Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students, and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative, and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Familiarity with Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switches, routers, and Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC), including configuration tasks, firmware updates and network monitoring. Solid understanding of the OSI model, TCP/IP, VLAN, VLAN trunking (802.1Q), 802.1x Authentication mechanisms, Spanning-Tree. Experience with Cisco ASA/Firepower, Sophos XGS or similar Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) and Cisco ISE. Proficiency in cable test equipment, Ekahau AI Pro, packet capture analysis (Wireshark) and SNMP-based monitoring tools. Hands-on experience with Zero Trust network access and cloud-delivered security services (for example, Zscaler, Netskope, Palo Alto Prisma Access, or similar). Experience with modern network architectures and cloud-connected networks, such as software-defined networking, cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP), and hybrid connectivity architecture.
Distinguishing Characteristics | The Network Engineer supports a high-density campus network environment that serves thousands of concurrent wired and wireless devices. The role requires balancing the open-access needs of an academic community with strong security controls to protect institutional data and systems. The position supports a diverse range of traffic types, including administrative systems, instructional technologies, research workloads, and latency-sensitive applications such as streaming and esports. The Network Engineer operates within a largely BYOD ecosystem, supporting a wide array of endpoint devices, including College-managed systems, student-owned devices, and IoT technologies.
Education/Training | Minimum Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Certification: CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate). Desirable Certifications: CWNA (Certified Wireless Network Administrator) or other relevant networking certifications.
Experience | FMinimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience in network engineering, network administration, or a related technical role. Experience in a higher education environment is preferred.
Licenses or Certifications |
Is This a Temporary Position? | No
Employment Conditions | An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s background screening process.
Number of Vacancies | 1
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement | North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources. Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Additional Information | The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and training.
North Central College provides a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: All-inclusive medical, dental and vision group insurance Health and dependent care savings plans Employer-paid life, AD&D and disability group insurance 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions Employee assistance plan resources Tuition waiver for full-time employees, spouse and dependent children Generous paid time off plans, including 3 weeks vacation to start 15 paid holidays per year, including 5 days during NCC Winter Break Free access to campus health center, fitness and athletic facilities, and library
Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Additional Information | The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and training.
North Central College provides a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: All-inclusive medical, dental and vision group insurance Health and dependent care savings plans Employer-paid life, AD&D and disability group insurance 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions Employee assistance plan resources Tuition waiver for full-time employees, spouse and dependent children Generous paid time off plans, including 3 weeks vacation to start 15 paid holidays per year, including 5 days during NCC Winter Break Free access to campus health center, fitness and athletic facilities, and library
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you authorized to work in the US?
- YES
- NO
- * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for work authorization?
- YES
- NO
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
Optional Documents
North Central College
30 North Brainard Street, Naperville, IL 60540
630.637.5757
humanresources@hr.noctrl.edu.
30 North Brainard Street, Naperville, IL 60540
630.637.5757
humanresources@hr.noctrl.edu.
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