Network Support Specialist
Network Support Specialist
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Job Description
FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU) a state and landgrant institution of the University System of Georgia invites applications for the position of Network Support Specialist.
Fort Valley State University the only 1890 landgrant university in Georgia is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County the original site of the states peach industry. Its 1365acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgias secondlargest public university in area.
Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants students or employees on the basis of race gender ethnicity national origin sexual orientation religion age disability or marital or veteran status.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Network Support Specialist will ensure the stable operation of the enterprise computer network and implement and/or facilitate the initiatives of Chief Information Officer
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan develop install configure maintain support and optimize all network hardware software and communication links
- Recommend schedule and perform network improvements upgrades and repairs
- Develop implement and maintain the policies and procedures for network resource administration and disaster recovery
- Manage security solutions including firewall antivirus and intrusion detection systems
- Interact and negotiate with vendors outsourcers and contractors to secure network products and services
- Implement other job duties as directed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associates or Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or closely related field; equivalent training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to present ideas in userfriendly language
- Proven analytical and problemsolving abilities
- Experience working in a teamoriented collaborative environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICCATIONS
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Computer Science
- Network
- Certification in CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
- Cisco Networking experience.
- Higher Education Experience
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity Excellence Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
