Network Engineer Level 1 or 2

UAA Information Technology Services is seeking a Network Engineer to support and enhance the university’s routing, switching, wireless, security, and telecommunication infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundational understanding of enterprise networking technologies and the ability to work independently on moderately complex tasks and projects. 

The Network Engineer will contribute to the stability, performance, and security of the campus and remote network environments by performing system configuration, troubleshooting, performance monitoring, and documentation. This position works under administrative supervision and may serve as a lead on small projects or specialized initiatives. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a proactive, results-driven approach are key to success in this role.

Network Engineer (Grade 80) Three or more years of demonstrated experience as a network administrator or engineer supporting routing, switching, wireless, security, and telecommunication infrastructure. Possesses a strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including subnetting, routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP), SNMP, DHCP, and network performance troubleshooting. This position works under administrative supervision and may serve as a lead on projects or initiatives. The Network Engineer is expected to function as a subject matter expert in one or more technology areas, contributing to the development of solutions for moderately complex problems. Responsibilities include extensive operational support, analysis of service issues, documentation of network changes and procedures, quality assurance coordination, and identification of areas for improvement. Decisions and contributions in this role directly support departmental operations on the Anchorage campus and extend to remote community campuses and branch locations across the state, contributing to the broader mission and strategic goals of the University of Alaska Anchorage.

Senior Network Engineer (Grade 82) This position requires extensive experience in network engineering and a demonstrated ability to design, implement, and support secure, scalable, and highly available enterprise network infrastructure. The Senior Network Engineer operates under general direction and is responsible for leading strategic initiatives that support critical systems across the Anchorage campus and remote community campuses. The role includes oversight of major network projects such as migrations, architecture redesigns, and cross-campus expansions.

This position serves as a subject matter expert in one or more specialized areas and frequently leads cross-functional efforts involving technical and non-technical stakeholders. Responsibilities include managing project timelines, resources, and vendor relationships; coordinating with cybersecurity teams to enforce security and compliance requirements; and providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level staff. Work performed in this role directly influences the availability, performance, and security of network services across the University of Alaska Anchorage.

Core Competencies
The UAA community has identified four core competencies at the heart of quality at UAA. These qualities are core to everything we do:

• Effective Communication - The knowledge and skills necessary to engage in effective communication in diverse contexts and formats

• Creative and Critical Thinking - The knowledge and skills necessary for the critical exploration of issues, ideas, artifacts, and events to creatively design, evaluate, and implement a strategy to answer complex questions or achieve a desired goal

• Intercultural Fluency - The knowledge and skills necessary to promote effective and appropriate interaction in a variety of cultural contexts, particularly in terms of the diverse populations of Alaska
• Personal, Professional, and Community Responsibility - The knowledge and skills necessary to promote personal flourishing, professional excellence, and community engagement

To thrive in this role, you must be proactive, detail-oriented, and continuously seek to improve network performance and security. You must work effectively with other IT team members, customers, and vendors to achieve common goals. Maintain a willingness to explore new technologies and approaches that can enhance network performance, security, and efficiency. You will need to demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills to convey technical information clearly. Be adaptable when responding to unexpected network issues or service interruptions, including occasional after-hours support when operational needs require it.

Should have:

• Strong understanding of basic networking concepts (subnetting, OSPF, DHCP, VLANs, etc.)
• Experience with network hardware from Cisco or similar vendors
• Familiarity with tools like SolarWinds, PRTG, Wireshark, or NetBox

Minimum Qualifications:

Network Engineer (Grade 80):
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Information Technology, Computer Science) and three years of progressively responsible experience in network engineering or administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Cisco CCNA or CCNP certification preferred.

Senior Network Engineer (Grade 82):
Master’s degree in a relevant field (i.e. Information Technology or other related field) and 4 years progressively responsible experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Cisco CCNA/CCNP certification preferred.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska Anchorage campus in Anchorage, and flexible on-site/hybrid work arrangements may be considered in accordance with UA regulations. This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 80 or 82, based on education and experience.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.

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☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Marcus Moralez, Infrastructure & Cloud Engineering Manager at  mdmoralez@alaska.edu. 

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

The University of Alaska (www.alaska.edu) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution.  The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination (www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.