ES Network Administrator II - (496763 )

Installs and maintains a large, enterprise LAN / WAN / Wireless environment that provides voice, data and video services. Designs network architecture, implements network policy, and analyzes performance. Pursuant to the State of Texas Executive Order No. GA-48, this position researches, works on, or has access to critical infrastructure and requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the University infrastructure. This position requires personnel be routinely reviewed to determine whether or not criminal history or continuous connections for the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the employee from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

1. Designs, installs, supports and maintains complex LAN/WAN and/or Wireless networks and network systems.

2. Monitors and analyzes performance, utilization and availability of LAN/WAN and/or Wireless networks.

3. Identifies, diagnoses and resolves technical problems related to network failure/integrity and in support of efficient network operations.

4. Develops, recommends and implements network standards and policies, monitors compliance with established standards.

5. Evaluates and recommends networking product and software upgrades and improvements.

6. Compiles performance metrics and provides reports to management.

7. Consults with and advises Network Operations staff and may lead technical support staff for assigned projects.

8. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.

Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.