Allan Hancock College Classified - Technical Human Resources Range 32
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR
DEFINITION: Under supervision of Director, Information Technology Services, will design and maintain the college-wide network and security activities and value and promote the mission and vision of the college.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: This position, under minimal supervision, is to design, configure, and monitor the data and voice networks including but not limited to routers, firewalls, switches, servers, bridges, cabling, and wireless access points. Ensures consistent, robust and responsive network architecture. Designs and validates the security of critical network systems across the college.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Design, configure, and maintain the network topology including hardware, software, LAN/WAN, cabling, and internet/intranet components. 2. Provide leadership and participate effectively with information technology services staff in network design and engineering to ensure appropriate levels of security are in place and maintained. 3. Integrate network design and network security initiatives. 4. Lead the effort to create and maintain network security and security education. 5. Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of network security processes and procedures and recommend and implement appropriate additions, changes, updates and revisions. 6. Implement security and network management systems to track and monitor network traffic to identify and report on network attacks, potential network disruptions and identify network anomalies which should generate alerts and response. 7. Coordinate with college internet service provider as required. 8. Aggressively apply available network technologies, processes and procedures to protect all district data, information and image storage. 9. Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot network equipment such as Cisco switches, HP switches, routers, and firewalls. 10. Assist with the installation and repair of network devices and cabling. 11. Evaluate emerging and state-of-the-art network design, management and security tools/technologies; provide timely recommendations regarding implementation of such systems. 12. On a continued basis, be cognizant of all state and federal laws and mandates regarding privacy and the protection of critical personal data. 13. Develop a network road map that addresses wireless, CAT6, Bluetooth, video streaming, and future technologies and incorporates performance, bandwidth and security needs. 14. Develop and apply appropriate network system security, firewall protection, and authentication policies. 15. Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: Programming and administration of network switches and routers. Methods and techniques of network monitoring, network management, intrusion detection, DoS prevention, computer and network security protection. Common operating systems and software applications.
Demonstrated ability to: Deal with priority tasks and see that work is completed on schedule; Follow oral and written directions; Provide technical support over the phone, by email and in person with a professional demeanor; Be very organized and have multitasking ability; Handle constantly changing traffic flows; remain productive during slow times, exercise patience and professionalism during stressful situations; Work well in a “team” environment; Exhibit troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Education and Experience: Possession of or the equivalent to a bachelor’s degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university with a declared major in engineering, computer science, information technology, or a related field with three (3) years’ experience in network design and security administration. One year experience and/or certification and demonstrated knowledge of (CompTIA Network +) of networking, cabling, networking devices, networking standards, TCP/IP, IP Services, WAN/LANs, network protection, and network trouble shooting. One year experience and/or certification and demonstrated knowledge of (CompTIA Security+) of network security Network routing and switching at layers 1-7 including design and management of layer 3 networks in a multi-site environment is required. Demonstrated knowledge and/or certification with CISCO equipment (CCNA) and/or HP equipment is desired.
Other Requirement: Must possess a valid California driver's license and the ability to qualify for district vehicle insurance coverage.
Working Conditions:
2 Duties are primarily performed in an office environment, at a desk or at a computer. The incumbent will experience interruptions while performing normal duties during the regular workday. The incumbent will have contact, in person, by email, or on the telephone, with executive, management, supervisory, academic and classified staff and the general public.
Physical Demands: Typically may sit for extended periods of time. Operates a computer. Communicates over the telephone, by email and in person. Regularly lifts, carries and/or moves objects weighing 20-30 pounds. Must be able to lift and stack objects up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Special Qualification: Evidence of a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic,socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students with disabilities.
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