Job Description
This position is responsible for providing primary technical support of Tri-State University data and voice communications networks. Responsibilities include design of network configuration and performance monitoring, ensuring maximum availability and performance of wired and wireless LAN’s. The position requires a strong background in enterprise network design and hardware, including HP Procurve, Windows domains, and VPN’s.  Providing backup support for server and PC administration functions is also required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor network configuration, performance, and activity ensuring 100% planned uptime
• Provide Network Access Control administration, using Bradford Networks Campus Manager platform
• Provide network planning and design for future growth, ensuring capacity, bandwidth, and security to support applications requirements
• Troubleshoot problems with networks, web services, mail services, applications software, desktop/server relationship issues and overall aspects of environment
• Install and configure new network hardware, software releases, system upgrades; evaluate and install patches
• Maintain a broad knowledge of operating systems, programming languages and hardware
• Participate in QA testing and integration of new sever and desktop software
• Provide backup support for server administration
• Assist Help Desk with client support as needed
• Other projects/duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• 5+ years experience in Systems Administration function for enterprise level network, including both wired and wireless VLAN’s
• Experience with Network Access Control systems
• Advanced knowledge of networking and networking hardware
• Knowledge and troubleshooting of Microsoft Exchange, VMWare, ISA, SMS, Backup Exec, and SANS
• Knowledge and troubleshooting of personal computer technologies
• Exposure to one or more of the following; Linux (RedHat/SUSE/Ubuntu), Visual Basic Script, HP ProCurve, firewalls, wireless, Mac workstations in a windows Domain
• Works under general supervision; reporting to the CIO. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals independently
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to mange projects and handle multiple tasks in an organized fashion
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive customer and internal information
• Foster Tri-State University success through a professional appearance, being courteous to customers & all associates, and by having a positive attitude

Required Education

Bachelor degree in MIS or Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience

Tri-State University
Human Resources
1 University Avenue
Angola, IN 46703
hr@tristate.edu

All candidates must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States and official transcripts at the time of employment. Tri-State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employing a highly qualified staff that reflects the diversity of our great nation.