Network Administrator

The Network Administrator administers the daily operations, design, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and documentation of Central New Mexico Community College’s (CNM) digital network, including but not limited to the data, voice, and video communications of the college. This position must pass a criminal background check., * Maintains LAN/WAN, including wireless, network connectivity at all CNM campuses and includes:

• troubleshooting problems
• coordinating efforts of managed services
• communications vendors
• working closely with CNM staff who use network services
• Assists in developing and maintaining network documentation; utilizes applicable software applications to develop and modify construction documents and drawings, and to generate detailed plans.
• Participates in projects to perform LAN/WAN implementations, upgrades and conversion projects.
• Works on related projects which includes planning, design, testing and implementation, and often includes coordination of all CNM staff involved in the project, oversight of contractors and involvement in procurement activities.
• Participates in training opportunities for network administrators to maintain qualifications to work with current technologies in use at CNM.
• Monitors network performance and security, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
• Configure and maintain network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Implement and enforce network security measures, including access controls, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.
• Provide technical support and guidance to users on network-related matters, troubleshooting issues as needed.
• Collaborate with other IT teams and stakeholders to plan and execute network projects and initiatives and troubleshoots with other CNM ITS groups.
• Document network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps for reference and training purposes.
• Stays current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in network administration.
• Participate in on-call rotation and incident response activities as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Do you have experience in Wireless networking?, Do you have a Associate’s degree?, * Bachelor’s Degree and three (3) years of related experience

OR

• Associate’s Degree and five (5) years of related experience
• Degrees in Computer Science or a related field are preferred