Networking Analyst - Advanced

Networking Analyst - Advanced

Posted: 12/29/2025 –
Final date to receive applications: 01/12/2026

Position Number:  |
Vacancy : P020716

Department: ITS - IT Infrastructure-605000 |
Career Area: Information Technology |
Position Type: Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Salary Band: $92,000 - $99,423 |
Grade Equivalent: DT09 / IT07

Role: Permanent, Full Time |
Hours: 40 per week |
Schedule: Monday‑Friday 8:00‑17:00 |
Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Position Summary

This position is part of the Network Deployment team that installs, configures, troubleshoots, and monitors a large enterprise data network. Duties include planning and executing life‑cycling of networking assets across campus (switching, wireless, UPS systems). The role responds to critical network events 24/7/365 on a rotating schedule and works 100% on‑site. It plays a critical role in networking projects through subject‑matter knowledge, project management, and attention to detail.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Electronics, or related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution; or a
• Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of networking related experience such as network design, analysis or network management; or
• Associate’s degree in Electronics or Networking Technology and one year of networking related experience: or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Journey level requires an additional one year of experience.
• Advanced level requires an additional two years of experience.

Required Qualifications , Competencies, and Experience

• Demonstrated work experience in the networking field.
• Ability to establish and maintain productive work relationships in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to adapt to new technologies on demand.
• Excellent written and oral customer‑service skills.

Preferred Qualifications , Competencies, and Experience

• Advanced layer 1 knowledge including cabling and fiber installation standards, troubleshooting, experience with a fiber meter/scope, familiarity with connector types.
• Significant layer 2 knowledge including STP, LACP, LLDP, MLAG, MVRP, 802.1q.
• Basic layer 3 knowledge (including OSPF).
• Familiarity with PoE standards (802.3af, 802.3at, 802.3bt).
• Experience with Extreme, Cisco, Aruba and Arista operating systems.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP.
• Experience with network gear life‑cycling (planning and execution).
• Experience with switch configuration templating.
• Experience with data capture and analysis (Wireshark preferred).
• Experience in Data Center networking (high‑speed PHY and fully meshed configurations).
• Experience in 802.11 wireless technology.
• Experience with Extreme Campus Fabric (SPBm 802.1aq).

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Must be able to lift or move up to 60 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation, and ascend/descend ladders. Must have or be able to obtain a valid NC Driver’s License, as duties require driving a State vehicle.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements

Evening work occasionally, Night work occasionally, On‑call, Overtime occasionally, Valid NC Driver’s License, Weekend work occasionally.

Special Instructions

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Contact Information

Office of Human Resources: (919) 843‑2300 or employment

Note:

The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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