Network Manager

Position Title

FT Network Manager

Full-Time Administration

• Education – Associates Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field and seven (7) years of work related experience; or Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology and five (5) years work related experience;
  Advanced certifications in networking or cloud technologies preferred.
• Experience – Minimum five (5) years experience in enterprise networking, including installation, configuration, and support of modern network infrastructure; demonstrated expertise in cloud networking, virtualization, and hybrid environments.
• Skills – Proficiency in configuring and managing Layer 2/3 switches, next‑generation firewalls, wireless controllers, and SD‑WAN solutions;
  Experience with cloud‑based networking platforms and hybrid architectures;
  Ability to automate network operations using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or Power Shell;
  Familiarity with network monitoring and performance tools;
  Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and technologies, including Zero Trust, VPN, NAC, and IDS/IPS;
  Experience supporting desktop and server operating systems in both on‑prem and cloud environments;
  Knowledge of virtualization and container networking technologies;
  Ability to evaluate and integrate emerging technologies;
  Excellent communication, collaboration, and prioritization skills;
  Commitment to continuous learning and professional development. This role requires strict adherence to security protocols when managing highly confidential data and exercising elevated administrative access, ensuring the integrity and protection of critical organizational systems.

Maintain strict adherence to security protocols when managing highly confidential data and exercising elevated administrative access, ensuring the integrity and protection of critical organizational systems; plan, design, implement, and manage the College's network infrastructure across on‑premises and cloud environments; ensure secure, scalable, and reliable network connectivity for academic and administrative operations; administer and maintain network hardware, software, and services in hybrid environments;

design, document, and implement network architectures and standards; manage network access, internet services, and file/print services; oversee backup and disaster recovery solutions related to network infrastructure; monitor network performance and availability; troubleshoot and resolve complex issues; collaborate with IT teams to ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of College‑wide systems; evaluate, recommend, and implement hardware, software, and cloud services to improve infrastructure;

manage vendor relationships, procurement, and coordination for networking components and services; coordinate network upgrades, expansions, and cabling projects, including work performed by contractors; provide technical support and training to end users, including documentation and workshops; participate in College committees and contribute to strategic IT planning and innovation; other duties as assigned.

$66,929.35/ annual

35 hours

January 18, 2026.

Luzerne County Community College (hereinafter referred to as the 'College') is committed to a work, academic and public environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The College and its employees have a moral and legal obligation to provide equal access and equal opportunity to all members of the community. The administration will ensure that this commitment is fully implemented through compliance with all relevant federal, state, and municipal laws, statutes and ordinances prohibiting discrimination, including, but not limited to the First Amendment to the United States Constitution;

the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania;
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended by the Civil Rights Act of 1991 ('Title VII');
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Vietnam Era…