Junior Network Engineer
University of Guam
Full-time
On-site
Guam, United States
Job Description Summary
NATURE OF WORK IN THIS CLASS : Design, maintain and troubleshoot the campus connectivity, following best practices to support a research and education network. Ensure all campus users, students, faculty and staff have the best quality connectivity to online learning resources. Collaborate with global organizations and consortiums to establish high speed connectivity between research and education institutions. Works in conjunction with the Junior Information Security Analyst, research and implement security measures to ensure and maintain the integrity of the campus connectivity. CHARACTER OF DUTIES : Under the supervision of the Chief Information Officer, the Junior Network Engineer will debug and troubleshoot network systems and fix any issues that may arise. Implement plans for campus security measures to avoid and prevent information from being compromised. Participate in the documentation, configuration, and maintenance of the campus network; to create better understanding of the network. Process reports and responsible for providing informed decisions. Provide site surveys and in-field visits with end users for repairs, installs, moves/ adds/ changes, including wired and wireless. Collaborate with other research and education institutions and other supporting consortium members and expand network connectivity. Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION : Education: a) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field from a U.S. accredited institution or foreign equivalent; or b) Any equivalent combination of training and experience in a technical information technology role. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED : Pursuant to Public Law 26-87 as amended by Public Law 29-113, all future employees of any position within the government of Guam will be required at minimum to possess one of the following: 1. A high school diploma; or 2. Successful completion of General Education Development ( GED ) Test; or 3. The equivalent of a general education high school program; or 4. Successful completion of a certification program, from a recognized accredited or certified vocational technical institution, in a specialized field for the job.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Experience: 1-2 years of progressive responsible activities supporting campus networks. 1-2 years of developing strong competencies with switch configuration, setup, installation, maintenance, and inventory. 1-2 years of progressively responsible activities developing in-depth knowledge in the theory of the operation of routers, bridges, hubs, and Ethernet protocols. Basic Cisco and Cisco CatOs experience. 1-2 years in supporting endpoint security software and network-based security appliances. Implementing campus network design best practices, supporting campus networks, and network hardware implementation.
Work Schedule
Monday to Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Other Information
SPECIAL WORKING CONDITION : Normal work schedule may include on-call, late evening or early morning work on a periodic or frequent need basis. EDUCATION : Applicants claiming degrees or credit hours are required to have an original or certified copy of the documents (e.g., transcripts, high school diploma or GED certification) to accompany the application. WORK ELIGIBILITY : Submission of completed job applications authorizes the University of Guam to seek and obtain information regarding the applicant’s suitability for employment. All factors which are job-related may be investigated (i.e., previous employment, educational credentials, and criminal records). All information obtained may be used to determine the applicant’s eligibility for employment in accordance with equal employment opportunity guidelines. In addition, the applicant releases previous employers and job-related sources from legal liability for the information provided. Section 25103, Chapter 25, Title 10 of the Guam Code Annotated requires college or university employees to undergo a physical examination, to include a test for tuberculosis (skin or x-ray), prior to employment and at least annually thereafter. A report of such examination must be conducted by a licensed physician within a state or territory of the United States and must be submitted upon request. Federal law requires presentation of eligibility to work in the United States within seventy-two (72) hours of reporting for employment. Specifically, 8 USC 1324A requires the employer to verify the identity and eligibility to work in the United States of all newly hired employees. The University of Guam is required to comply with this law on a non-discriminatory basis. If you are hired to fill a position within the University of Guam, you will be required to present valid documents to comply with the law. POLICE AND COURT CLEARANCE : Pursuant to Public Law No. 28-24 and Executive Order No. 2005-34, applicants selected for a position are required to provide original police and court (Superior Court of Guam) clearances of no more than three (3) months old prior to commencement of employment. Off-island applicants must obtain clearances from their place of residence. Applicants are responsible for fees associated with obtaining the clearances. HOW TO APPLY : All applicants must submit an online job application through UOG’s online employment portal system at https://uog.peopleadmin.com and upload supporting documents with their application. For further information, please call 735-2350. UNIVERSITY INFORMATION : Information on the University’s campus security and fire safety may be accessed at https://www.uog.edu/safety-security/ . THE UNIVERSITY OF GUAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PROVIDER : The University of Guam complies with Public Law 24-109 in reference to the provisions and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Assistance in EEO / ADA matters and inquiries concerning applications of Title IX and its implementing regulations may be referred to the University’s Director, EEO and Title IX/ ADA Coordinator, located at the EEO / ADA Office, Dorm II, Iya Hami Hall, Room 104, Telephone No. (671) 735-2244; TTY : (671) 735-2243, or to the Office of Civil Rights ( OCR ).
NATURE OF WORK IN THIS CLASS : Design, maintain and troubleshoot the campus connectivity, following best practices to support a research and education network. Ensure all campus users, students, faculty and staff have the best quality connectivity to online learning resources. Collaborate with global organizations and consortiums to establish high speed connectivity between research and education institutions. Works in conjunction with the Junior Information Security Analyst, research and implement security measures to ensure and maintain the integrity of the campus connectivity. CHARACTER OF DUTIES : Under the supervision of the Chief Information Officer, the Junior Network Engineer will debug and troubleshoot network systems and fix any issues that may arise. Implement plans for campus security measures to avoid and prevent information from being compromised. Participate in the documentation, configuration, and maintenance of the campus network; to create better understanding of the network. Process reports and responsible for providing informed decisions. Provide site surveys and in-field visits with end users for repairs, installs, moves/ adds/ changes, including wired and wireless. Collaborate with other research and education institutions and other supporting consortium members and expand network connectivity. Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION : Education: a) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field from a U.S. accredited institution or foreign equivalent; or b) Any equivalent combination of training and experience in a technical information technology role. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED : Pursuant to Public Law 26-87 as amended by Public Law 29-113, all future employees of any position within the government of Guam will be required at minimum to possess one of the following: 1. A high school diploma; or 2. Successful completion of General Education Development ( GED ) Test; or 3. The equivalent of a general education high school program; or 4. Successful completion of a certification program, from a recognized accredited or certified vocational technical institution, in a specialized field for the job.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Experience: 1-2 years of progressive responsible activities supporting campus networks. 1-2 years of developing strong competencies with switch configuration, setup, installation, maintenance, and inventory. 1-2 years of progressively responsible activities developing in-depth knowledge in the theory of the operation of routers, bridges, hubs, and Ethernet protocols. Basic Cisco and Cisco CatOs experience. 1-2 years in supporting endpoint security software and network-based security appliances. Implementing campus network design best practices, supporting campus networks, and network hardware implementation.
Work Schedule
Monday to Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Other Information
SPECIAL WORKING CONDITION : Normal work schedule may include on-call, late evening or early morning work on a periodic or frequent need basis. EDUCATION : Applicants claiming degrees or credit hours are required to have an original or certified copy of the documents (e.g., transcripts, high school diploma or GED certification) to accompany the application. WORK ELIGIBILITY : Submission of completed job applications authorizes the University of Guam to seek and obtain information regarding the applicant’s suitability for employment. All factors which are job-related may be investigated (i.e., previous employment, educational credentials, and criminal records). All information obtained may be used to determine the applicant’s eligibility for employment in accordance with equal employment opportunity guidelines. In addition, the applicant releases previous employers and job-related sources from legal liability for the information provided. Section 25103, Chapter 25, Title 10 of the Guam Code Annotated requires college or university employees to undergo a physical examination, to include a test for tuberculosis (skin or x-ray), prior to employment and at least annually thereafter. A report of such examination must be conducted by a licensed physician within a state or territory of the United States and must be submitted upon request. Federal law requires presentation of eligibility to work in the United States within seventy-two (72) hours of reporting for employment. Specifically, 8 USC 1324A requires the employer to verify the identity and eligibility to work in the United States of all newly hired employees. The University of Guam is required to comply with this law on a non-discriminatory basis. If you are hired to fill a position within the University of Guam, you will be required to present valid documents to comply with the law. POLICE AND COURT CLEARANCE : Pursuant to Public Law No. 28-24 and Executive Order No. 2005-34, applicants selected for a position are required to provide original police and court (Superior Court of Guam) clearances of no more than three (3) months old prior to commencement of employment. Off-island applicants must obtain clearances from their place of residence. Applicants are responsible for fees associated with obtaining the clearances. HOW TO APPLY : All applicants must submit an online job application through UOG’s online employment portal system at https://uog.peopleadmin.com and upload supporting documents with their application. For further information, please call 735-2350. UNIVERSITY INFORMATION : Information on the University’s campus security and fire safety may be accessed at https://www.uog.edu/safety-security/ . THE UNIVERSITY OF GUAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PROVIDER : The University of Guam complies with Public Law 24-109 in reference to the provisions and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Assistance in EEO / ADA matters and inquiries concerning applications of Title IX and its implementing regulations may be referred to the University’s Director, EEO and Title IX/ ADA Coordinator, located at the EEO / ADA Office, Dorm II, Iya Hami Hall, Room 104, Telephone No. (671) 735-2244; TTY : (671) 735-2243, or to the Office of Civil Rights ( OCR ).