Network Analyst - Expert

Job Title

Network Analyst - Expert

Classification

Network Analyst - Expert

AutoReqId

533470

Department

Information Technology-Network Operations

Sub-Division

Information Technology-Infrastructure Services

Salary Range

Classification Range $6,686 - $12,947 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $6,686 - $9,000 per month)

Appointment Type

Ongoing

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; occasional early morning, evening and/or weekend hours.

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres at the heart of Southern California, the university was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 39,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At California State University, Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty and administrators through orientations, training programs and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, Fullerton Arboretum, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from a variety of career disciplines that share in the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About the Position: 

The Division of Information Technology (IT) strives to be a strategic, innovative, and best‐in‐class IT organization that provides a leading‐edge technology environment for students, faculty, and staff to advance the University’s mission, vision and goals. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our Network Operations team as the Network Analyst - Expert. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under minimal supervision of the Director of Network Security and Telecommunication, the Network Analyst - Expert is responsible for independently designing, implementing, and maintaining the campus network infrastructure and relevant network security. The Network Analyst - Expert supports the network infrastructure in wired, wireless, and other communication methods. This includes, but is not limited to, the operating system, virtual system, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, network operation, network monitoring, and network performance baseline. The Network Analyst – Expert is responsible for firewall appliances in hardware, software, and cloud network infrastructure. Maintains firewalls and network equipment health and works with the vendor to troubleshoot. Implements security improvements by assessing the curretion situation and security requirements, evaluates trends and anticipates changes. Works with functional and technical peers for knowledge share and carrying out projects. Represents as a Campus Network staff and participates in Higher Education / CSU System-Wide Network Community to collaborate and contribute to network projects. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, Telecommunications, Engineering or a related field from an accredited college or university with five years of relevant full-time experience OR twelve years of relevant full-time experience.

Advanced knowledge of the work area demonstrated by an understanding and use of the advanced principles and theories; ability to integrate and apply work related knowledge to achieve innovative solutions, anticipate the impact of problems and solutions on other systems; investigate and research new systems and technologies, develop complex information technology systems and solutions; understand problems from a broad perspective; ability to explore, conceive and implement solutions and ideas in new ways; ability to predict and anticipate problems and create proactive solutions. Demonstrate communication expertise using persuasion and negotiation; ability to lead technical team efforts and assess skills within a team and working to build on individual strengths to maximize team results; ability to teach and transfer knowledge and skills to others.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Five years of experience in Network Administration or Network Security and holds industry Certification in Networking or Security. Preferable knowledge in Cisco / Checkpoints / Juniper / Palo Alto Network, or Amazon Web Services (AWS).  The Network Analyst - Expert must possess expert knowledge of the above network equipment but is not limited to: Windows, Linux Operating System, Domain Name System (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), IPv4 IPv6, IP Subnetting, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Virtual Private Network (VPN), Network Time Protocol (NTP), Network Tools, Scanner, Protocol Analyzer, SIEM, logs, Routing, Switching, Network Load Balancing, High Availability, Wireless, OSI 7 layers, etc.  Understand different security compliances and policies such as Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA), Payment Card Industry (PCI), and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) etc.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting act and is required to comply with the requirement set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.
 
If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant or a Student Assistant position.
 
Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who submits an application for a position may be required to successfully complete job related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. 
 
California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

Hiring Preference

On-Campus CSUEU Employees