Network Technician - Wilberforce University job in Wilberforce

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Network Technician to support and maintain our organization’s network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will install, configure, monitor, and troubleshoot network hardware, software, and communication systems to ensure optimal performance and security., * Install, configure, and maintain network hardware such as routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points

• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues with Rukus and Cloudpath management application
• Perform routine maintenance and system upgrades
• Configure and support LAN/WAN, VPN, and wireless networks
• Diagnose hardware and software problems and provide technical support to users
• Maintain network security protocols and assist with cybersecurity measures
• Document network configurations, changes, and procedures
• Coordinate with IT staff and vendors to resolve technical issues
• Assist with cable installation and network infrastructure setup
• Ensure backup and disaster recovery procedures are functioning properly

• Network troubleshooting
• Cable management and installation
• Technical support
• Network monitoring tools
• Security best practices
• Documentation and reporting
• Time management and multitasking, * Associate or bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience) or 3 more years’ experience Rukus and Cloudpath with routers, switches, and firewalls 3 more years’ experience
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and network security principles
• Familiarity with Windows and/or Linux operating systems
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Preferred Certifications :

• CompTIA Network+
• Microsoft certifications
• Rukus and Cloudpath related

Wilberforce University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The University does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas for this position.

Wilberforce University

Founded in 1856, Wilberforce University is America’s first private, coeducational University established to educated men and women of African descent and is closely affiliated with the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Today, Wilberforce is a well-respected private, residential liberal arts university with a clear mission, core values and vision for the future and is a noted pioneer in the Co-Operative Education Movement.

Wilberforce awards the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in the areas of business, engineering and computing science, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences as well as the Master of Rehabilitation Counseling degree. The University is located in Wilberforce, Ohio, a community readily accessible to the Dayton, Cincinnati and Columbus metropolitan centers’ social, professional and cultural amenities and airports.