SUNY Brockport is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Network
Administrator to join our IT team. This position will assist in the design, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of our network infrastructure, with a secondary focus on supporting telecommunications systems. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of networking concepts, a willingness to learn, and the ability to collaborate effectively with other IT staff.
Essential Functions:- Provides Tier 1/Tier 2 support for network-related service requests and incidents.
- Supports the installation, configuration, and maintenance of network equipment, including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, and UPS systems.
- Monitors network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Supports LAN, WLAN, WAN, and VPN connectivity for users across multiple locations.
- Maintains network documentation, diagrams, and inventory records.
- Contributes to network security initiatives, including updates, patching, security audits and compliance checks.
- Assists team with supporting on-site data center operations including installing and removing data racks, servers, and cable systems, and also monitoring HVAC, and UPS power systems.
- Provides support for voice/phone operations including configuring phones, voice mail, call routing and e911 functions.
Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelor’s degree by the time of appointment from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized college or university
- Experience with networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, VLANs, switching technologies)
- Experience with network monitoring tools
- Basic understanding of network security principles
- Effective verbal and written communication abilities
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload
- Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience with Cisco, Meraki, or similar networking equipment
- Experience with WiFi / WLAN system configuration and performing WLAN Site Surveys
- Familiarity with VoIP systems, voice gateways, voice trunk circuits and telecommunication concepts
Work Schedule:37.5 hours/week: Monday-Friday, 8 am-4 pm, with some flexibility and occasional requests to work non-standard times.
Benefits:This position is benefits eligible. Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport.
Application Instructions:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Visit jobs.hr.brockport.edu to complete an application including your cover letter that addresses required and preferred qualifications, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.
Please note, if you have retired from a New York State Public Employee Retirement System (Teachers Retirement System or Employees Retirement System), you may be subject to an earnings limitation. Please familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations when applying for this position.
