Network Systems Engineer (Network and Communications Analyst I)
The California State University is seeking a Network Systems Engineer to support the university’s network infrastructure and modernization initiatives. The role involves implementing, maintaining, and optimizing wired and wireless network systems while contributing to large-scale infrastructure projects that enhance teaching, research, and campus operations.
Responsibilities
- Configure, install, maintain, and support wired and wireless network infrastructure and related systems
- Assist with network refresh initiatives, wireless access point deployments, and infrastructure upgrades across campus
- Support network operations by troubleshooting connectivity issues and ensuring system reliability and performance
- Coordinate migration activities and provide technical support to campus departments throughout implementation efforts
- Contribute to the deployment of campus-wide network infrastructure projects, including wireless and network migration initiatives
- Assist with network design, configuration, documentation, and technical implementation activities
- Collaborate with campus stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams to support scalable and reliable network solutions
- Research emerging technologies and contribute recommendations for infrastructure enhancements
- Monitor network performance, identify issues, and support resolution efforts to maintain operational continuity
- Work with vendors and internal teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex network-related issues
- Support high-performance research networking and specialized connectivity needs across campus
- Assist with emergency network maintenance and operational support activities as needed
- Support integration and maintenance of network management and monitoring platforms, including wireless management and infrastructure systems
- Conduct site surveys, analyze network performance data, and assist with infrastructure optimization efforts
- Maintain technical documentation and support data-driven recommendations for network improvements
- Collaborate with IT partners to ensure secure, stable, and efficient network operations
Skills
- Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field
- Experience supporting wired and wireless network operations in a complex enterprise environment, including troubleshooting connectivity issues
- Working knowledge of enterprise wireless networking, including access point installation, configuration, and deployment best practices
- Familiarity with large-scale wireless environments, including access point placement, cabling pathways, and coverage considerations across multiple facilities
- Experience assisting with network infrastructure projects such as hardware upgrades, replacements, migrations, or refresh initiatives
- Basic understanding of network architecture and the ability to support network configuration and deployment activities under established guidelines
- Knowledge of enterprise network hardware, device lifecycle management, labeling standards, and operational support practices
- Ability to follow documented procedures, maintain accurate technical documentation, and support network services in accordance with organizational standards
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with technical staff, vendors, and stakeholders on network-related projects
- Experience working in a higher education, research, or large enterprise network environment, preferably within the SDSU IT environment or a similar campus setting
- Familiarity with enterprise networking technologies and platforms such as Aruba, Infoblox, or comparable solutions
- Experience supporting large-scale wireless deployments, network hardware refreshes, or migration projects
- Relevant technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, CCNA, or similar), or progress toward obtaining certification, and familiarity with network monitoring and analysis tools
Benefits
- 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
- Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
- CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
- FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
- Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.
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