Senior Network Engineer

Salt Lake, UT - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 116000 - 174100

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

If youre passionate about building a better future for individuals communities and our countryand youre committed to working hard to play your part in building that futureconsider WGU as the next step in your career.

Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online competency-based degree programs WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century one that has received praise from academic industry government and media leaders. Whatever your role working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

Grade: Technical 408

Pay Range: $116000.00 - $174100.00

Job Description

Job Duties

Manages and supports LAN and WAN network devices.
Manages and supports Internet access and security appliances.
Manages and supports remote and wireless access.
Tests and evaluates network systems to eliminate problems and make improvements.
Escalates network problems to appropriate vendors and/or internal personnel.
Manages technology planning through ongoing research and consulting.
Architects plans implements and supports the voice data and wireless network and computing infrastructure.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

KSAs

Knowledge of switching (Capacity Planning & VLANs) and routing (OSPF EIGRP BGP)
Knowledge of WAN Technology (MPLS VPLS VPN) and Voice Technology (VOIP QOS SIP)
Skilled at large scale wireless deployments
Ability to use security software including anti-virus anti-spam and anti-spyware
Knowledgeable in application transport and network infrastructure protocols (SSL/TLS DNS DHCP WINS NTP FTP HTTP SMTP CIFS LDAP and Microsoft AD) and possesses an understanding of how to support these applications/protocols when accessed through VPN and firewall appliances.
Knowledge of load balancing technologies (F5 ELB) and network automation (Cisco ACI VRO)
Knowledge of VMware for server virtualization
Knowledge and experience with IPv4 IPv6 TCP HSRP/GLBP IPSEC VPN DNS and HTTP
Energetic self-starter
Ability to work with minimum supervision
Thorough and gives attention to detail
Ability to be on-call for period tasks outside of normal working hours.
Ability to travel
Knowledge of power management

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field
8 years of network administration experience
Vendor Certifications (CCNA/CCNP)
Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. Generally equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education and is the discretion of the hiring manager.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Position & Application Details

Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical dental vision telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual 11 paid holidays and other paid leaves including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply: If interested an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. Its not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.

Required Experience:

Senior IC