Network Engineer

## Network Engineer Apply locations:
Daytona Beach, FLtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R311749#

Job Description
** The Opportunity
** Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a Network Engineer to join the Information Technology team. Reporting to the Director of Network Engineering, this position is responsible for designing, implementing, administering, and supporting the University’s enterprise network and voice infrastructure.

This role supports a hybrid environment, combining remote administrative responsibilities with on-campus work primarily based in Daytona Beach, Florida, assisting with network implementation, maintenance, and operational support across campus data centers and communication systems.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in enterprise network environments using Cisco and/or Aruba technologies, with strong knowledge of routing, switching, wireless networking, firewalls, load balancing, and secure network architecture. Experience in hybrid or cloud-connected enterprise environments is highly desirable.

Successful candidates are analytical, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement. They communicate effectively, collaborate across technical teams, and provide high-quality customer service while supporting strategic IT initiatives. Preferred certifications include CCNP, Aruba Certified Switching Professional (ACSP), or equivalent advanced networking credentials.

Embry-Riddle offers a collaborative work environment, professional development opportunities, a flexible summer schedule, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and generous education benefits.
** Key Responsibilities
**** Network Operations & Support
*** Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve critical network performance and functionality issues
* Provide timely updates to management on outages and incidents
* Enforce operational policies and procedures to ensure high availability and reliability
* Respond to work orders and maintain accurate documentation in help desk systems
* Provide hands-on support for daily voice and data network operations
* Ensure IT equipment complies with industry standards and best practices
* Provide alternative solutions when necessary
** Network Design & Infrastructure Projects
*** Participate in planning and implementation of infrastructure projects
* Design and develop network strategies and management practices
* Evaluate network changes and assess impact across campus systems
* Install, maintain, and support large-scale LAN/WAN and telecom services
* Coordinate low-voltage connectivity for campus construction projects
** Collaboration & Technical Consultation
*** Collaborate with IT teams for troubleshooting, system configuration, and support
* Provide consulting, problem resolution, and needs analysis for stakeholders
* Support application and infrastructure integration efforts
** Planning & Governance
*** Attend IT meetings, briefings, committees, and task forces
* Contribute to strategic and operational planning across IT departments
** Other Duties as Assigned
*** Perform additional responsibilities in support of departmental and institutional needs.
** This is a hybrid position based in Daytona Beach that requires occasional on-campus work. Ideally, candidates should reside within approximately one hour of campus to accommodate in-office responsibilities as needed.
**** About us
** For nearly 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries.

Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and…