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Bachelor's degree in a related field, OR a minimum of five years of related work experience 2. Extensive hands-on technical knowledge and troubleshooting of enterprise level network systems, protocols, and standards such as NAC, Ethernet, LAN, WLAN, TCP/IP, MPLS, OSPF, BGP, etc. in switched, routed, firewalled, and wireless environment 3. Strong knowledge of enterprise level network management, network monitoring, and network analysis tools 4. Knowledge of some enterprise level security products 5. Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws along with adherence to several state and federal compliance regulations 6. Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills 7. Ability to conduct research into security issues, new network technologies and products as needed 8. Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language 9. Highly self-motivated and directed, along with attention to detail 10. Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities 11. Ability to apply and follow project management principles and tasks 12. Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure enterprise environment 13. Strong customer service skills 14. Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment 15. Ability to work flexible hours as needed and work independently with minimal supervision, Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? Driving may be necessary but is not a primary responsibility ## Description The Network Engineer position in Information Technology is responsible for: * Designing and/or planning for network enhancements * Network capacity training * Assist in building VPN account using FortiAuthenticator * Maintaining the existing network equipment including but not limited to + Routers + Switches + Security devices + Respond to Anomalies + Work directly with EDL (External Dynamic List) to ward off intruder attempts + Load-Balancers + Wireless Controllers + Access points + Firewalls + Monitoring Servers * Monitoring network systems for failure and performance anomalies * Troubleshooting network issues independently and with network consultants * End-user support thru Helpdesk Tickets * Various daily systems reporting and scheduling duties * Work with Software and Hardware for the following: + OPSWAT SafeConnect NAC + FortiNAC + BNA (Brocade Network Advisor) + PRTG (Equipment Monitoring Agent + FortiAnalyzer + Panorama Firewall Management Solution + Aruba Mobility Conductor + Vectra Security AI + QRadar Offense Correlation + Works with external vendors for ISP Connectivity and MPLS Connection Support + Gets current pricing + Handles Outages + Coordination of Scheduled Maintenance Outages, + Current full-time Troy employee - still within initial appraisal period (six months for new employees and three months for promoted employees) 4. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, OR a minimum of five years of related work experience? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents 1. List of References 2. Letter of Reference 1 3. Unofficial Transcript 1 - Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. - Troy University is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. - Troy University participates in eVerify. 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