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Network Engineer III-ENT

By Jennifer Jones

2/6/2025

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NETWORK ENGINEER III-ENT - (T223100)

Description

FOR USE BY IT AND HSIS ONLY: The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a NETWORK ENGINEER III-ENT to manage the purchase, installation, and support of network communications, including LAN/WAN systems. To evaluate current systems and work on complex problems where analysis of situation requires in-depth evaluation of various factors. To plan large scale systems projects through vendor comparison and cost studies. To provide work leadership and training to lower level network engineers. This position will commit to fostering an environment of heightened security following Information Technology Security Policies and participating in security training, such as Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), on an annual basis.

This position will provide enterprise network support in the following areas:

Install and configure network devices like routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers
Manage network protocols like BGP, OSPF, TCP/IP
Implement network security policies and best practices
Analyze network traffic patterns and identifying performance bottlenecks
Diagnose and resolve complex network issues
Lead network engineering projects and provide technical guidance to junior engineers
Document network procedures and standards

(Annual Salary: $85,600 - $139,100)

Qualifications

Associate's degree in Information Systems or a related field and six (6) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement.

Preferred Skills:

Deep understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, routing protocols, VLANs, etc.)
Expertise in network design principles and best practices
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Experience with various network hardware vendors (Palo Alto, HPE, Ruckus, F5)
Proficiency with network management tools and automation platforms

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

: University

Job Category

: Professional & Managerial

Organization

: 191504000 Network Svcs

Employee Status

: Regular

Shift: Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Hybrid Eligible