Senior Network & Systems Engineer

In this role, you’ll take ownership of CIHA’s enterprise network and systems infrastructure, helping ensure critical technology services remain secure, reliable, and operating at peak performance. You’ll oversee the design, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the systems and networks that support employees across the organization while serving as a key technical leader within the IT team.

Beyond daily administration and support, you’ll play a critical role in shaping CIHA’s cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies. Working closely with IT leadership, you’ll help protect organizational data, strengthen infrastructure resilience, and ensure technology services remain available when they are needed most. Your expertise will help guide decisions related to network security, capacity planning, backup and recovery solutions, and infrastructure best practices.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Managing and supporting multi-site network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, wireless, firewall, VPN, and telecommunications systems.
• Administering enterprise systems, servers, storage, virtualization platforms, and Microsoft technologies.
• Leading infrastructure upgrades, deployments, and technology improvement initiatives.
• Developing and maintaining cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions.
• Monitoring system health, performance, and security while implementing improvements that enhance reliability and efficiency.
• Serving as a senior technical resource and Tier III escalation point for complex issues.
• Partnering with vendors and service providers to ensure reliable, high-performing solutions.
• Evaluating emerging technologies and making recommendations that support organizational goals.

We’re looking for a highly skilled technology professional who thrives on solving complex challenges and driving continuous improvement. Cook Inlet Housing Authority is hiring a Senior Network & Systems Engineer to lead critical infrastructure initiatives, strengthen cybersecurity, and ensure the stability and performance of enterprise systems that support the organization’s day-to-day operations. This role offers a unique combination of strategic influence, technical leadership, and hands-on engineering in a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will have a visible impact., We’re seeking someone who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent judgment, communication skills, and a customer-service mindset. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and can confidently work both independently and collaboratively.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• The ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience communicating technical information to non-technical audiences.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and technology best practices.
• Initiative, accountability, and sound decision-making skills.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with many of the technologies that support our environment, including:

• Microsoft Windows Server, Windows 10/11, Active Directory, Exchange, Microsoft 365, Intune, SharePoint, and SQL Server.
• VMware virtualization platforms and NetApp storage systems.
• Fortinet firewalls, switches, and wireless solutions.
• Cisco networking technologies and Meraki appliances.
• Mobile Device Management (MDM) platforms.
• Cybersecurity tools, monitoring solutions, and backup/recovery systems.
• Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) tools.
• Video conferencing and collaboration technologies., * Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Network Administration, Telephony, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA certification required. Expired certifications may be considered when supported by at least two years of recent, relevant experience.
• Seven (7) years of network administration experience.
• Five (5) years of project management experience., * Network administration: 7 years (Required)

Pulled from the full job description

• Tuition reimbursement
• AD&D insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account, * Collaborative work with a super smart, forward-thinking team that has permission to provide innovative solutions to organizational challenges.
• Opportunities to grow and learn not only in your department but also within the organization.
• Professional development and trainings related to your career and industry.
• A workplace where your contributions make a real difference.
• Work that helps change our community for the better.
• Competitive salary and benefits package;
• Compensation: $110,000 - $120,000 annually (DOE)
• Medical plans offered through the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) Program
• Employer-paid Dental and Vision coverage
• Employer-paid Group Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual & Paid Holidays
• State of Alaska PERS/SBS Retirement
• Plus many other supplemental insurance offerings, * Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you related to anyone currently working at Cook Inlet Housing Authority?
• Are you affiliated with a federally recognized tribe?

We’re Cook Inlet Housing Authority - we develop, own, and operate a portfolio of affordable rental housing in the Cook Inlet region of southcentral Alaska. We are leaders in community development and advocacy work around affordable housing. We are the Tribally Designated Housing Entity for Cook Inlet Region Inc. We believe in partnership and collaboration. Our mission is to create housing opportunities that empower our people and build our community. Our work vibe is collaborative. If making a difference in the community matters to you, we may be a great fit!