Network Analyst; Network Communications Analyst II

Overview

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 15,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

Incumbent, under the general supervision of the Network Manager, is responsible for planning, design, documentation, installation, ongoing analysis, and control of the campus voice and data network infrastructure. Work includes researching "best of breed" technologies for expansion of the networks to meet academic and administrative program needs and the needs of campus users. The incumbent is responsible for the coordination and documentation of assigned projects within Network Operations.

The incumbent is expected to act as part of the team supporting wireless networks, network clients, and supporting systems. In this role, the incumbent will be responsible as a tier-3 specialist in support of network clients, including wired, wireless, and VPN systems. The incumbent will act as a liaison between the campus and manufacturers, vendors, and consultants regarding network technologies and services.

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience. Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following as they may be considered specialized skills:

• Experience working with wireless networks and associated support infrastructure is preferred, particularly with Aruba Networks systems.
• Experience with network client support is preferred.
• Experience with network security systems is also preferred.
• Experience with the installation and testing of network cabling systems.

Time Base: Full-time

Pay Plan: 12/12

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm, Summer:
Mon-Thurs 7:00am-5:30pm

CSU Classification Salary Range: $77,904 (Step
1) - $113,496 (Step 20) per year.

This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible).

CSU, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance). For more information please visit the CSU benefits summary

California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, may require that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive.

This position is considered a sensitive position based on CSU guidelines. Incumbent is responsible for the safety and security of Level 1 data, sometimes also referred to as Level 1 protected data. This is confidential information that is in most cases protected by statutes, regulations, or other legal mandates.

Throughout employment in this position incumbent must maintain a valid California Driver's License as well as continued completion and compliance…