Lead Network Engineer

Lead Network and Security Engineer
Rochester, MN
(Not a remote role. No relocation assistance)

We are seeking a Lead Network and Security Engineer to provide expert-level knowledge and skills in network-related topics, with special emphasis on mission-critical, secure, and redundant network architecture in a complex higher education environment. The ideal candidate will manage and execute major network projects, provide leadership direction to both internal and external team members, and evaluate architectural approaches, recommend standards and policies, and communicate effectively with key project stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Two-year degree in a computer-related field (OR relevant education/training + work experience equivalence considered)
• Four years of recent experience in network design, analysis, and administration
• Demonstrated understanding and ability to plan, lead and schedule major system efforts and provide work direction and guidance to others
• Project management skills sufficient to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with core routers (Brocade, Cisco, HP), firewall and layer-3 switch configuration and programming, & TCP/IP and other related protocols
• Demonstrated understanding and ability in programming languages and scripting tools such as Perl, Python, Powershell or similar tools
• Extensive knowledge of network and computer security including intrusion detection and firewalls
• Proficient with 802.11a/b/g/n centrally authenticated wireless networks
• Knowledge of telecommunications technologies including traditional PBX and IP Telephony

Why Work for Our Client

They are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. Their benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Interested? Apply now!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.13 – $54.64 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Will you require relocation assistance? This Rochester, MN onsite role does not offer assistance.

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• network design, analysis, and administration.: 4 years (Required)
• lead level technology team: 2 years (Preferred)
• end-user requirement solicitation and solution creation: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person