Job Title: Network Architect
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 59646
Department

This position is within FSU’s Department of Information Technology Services (ITS)

Responsibilities

The Network Architect working with ITS-NCT (Network Communication Technologies) is responsible for the strategic design, management, and maintenance of all levels and aspects of Florida State University’s core network infrastructure. This includes, but is not limited to, the university’s core routing, switching, and firewall complex, cloud environments (AWS and Azure), ensuring high availability, performance, and security across the entire network.

This position is a member of the NCT Architecture team that manages, operates, designs, and troubleshoots complex networks on the FSU campus. The primary function is to manage the campus backbone (core) network.

Management and operation of the core campus network to include but not limited to design, implementation, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting bridges, switches, routers, firewalls, other complex network equipment and critical applications that support the core network equipment, wireless infrastructure, network troubleshooting and reporting software.

Consulting and troubleshooting with non Information Technology Services personnel on Departmental network Issues.

Implementation of Access Control Lists and other network policy enforcement methods.

Documentation of network elements and procedures. Creation and updating written and electronic documentation of network topologies, network elements and the procedures needed to operate, troubleshoot and maintain the network.

Development, testing, and deployment of new enterprise network services. A State vehicle, golf cart, utility vehicle, or all terrain vehicles will be used to reach site premises. A valid driver's license will be needed in order to operate vehicle. Other duties as assigned.

Performs duties in compliance with ITS policies, guidelines, and processes pertaining to support requests, work orders, project management, change management, and incident management. Appropriately utilizes associated tools in accordance with ITS standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and six years of experience or a high school diploma or equivalent and ten years of experience. (Note: or a combination of appropriate post high school education and experience equal to ten years.)

Must be able to provide a valid Florida or Georgia driver's license upon hire

Preferred Qualifications

Must have experience and proficient with Cisco NCS routers and fabric - underlay/overlay routing, Juniper MX router platform, Juniper and Ruckus switching, Palo Alto Firewalls, BIND DNS/DHCP. Very proficient in troubleshooting (and tools to aid in troubleshooting) and understanding of emerging technologies. Understanding and experience with cloud technologies, AWS and Azure. Understanding of wireless technologies on a large scale. 10+ years managing complex LAN and WAN networks, and holding a current CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, or JNCIP is plus.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

As required by U.S. Justice Department, CJIS level Background Check shall be conducted for positions with access to Criminal Justice Information.

This position has been designated as eligible primarily for remote work based on the current position/job functions. Employees are required to live in the Tallahassee area and report to campus as needed.

This position is open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.