Senior Network Engineer

Welcome to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas! We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Network Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and improving our university's network infrastructure, ensuring optimal connectivity and performance for our students, faculty, and staff. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about network engineering and thrives in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. If you have a strong background in network architecture, troubleshooting, and project management, along with a desire to contribute to the success of a leading institution, we encourage you to apply.

1. Maintain and upgrade the university's network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and connectivity for students, faculty, and staff.
2. Troubleshoot network issues and provide timely and effective solutions.
3. Design and implement network architecture to support the evolving needs of the university.
4. Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure seamless integration and compatibility of network systems.
5. Monitor network performance and proactively identify and address potential issues.
6. Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
7. Manage network projects from conception to implementation, ensuring deadlines and budget requirements are met.
8. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in network technology to recommend and implement new solutions.
9. Provide technical expertise and support to other members of the IT team.
10. Foster a collaborative and positive work environment by sharing knowledge and expertise with team members.
11. Adhere to security protocols and ensure network systems are secure from external threats.
12. Participate in on-call rotations for after-hours support and maintenance.
13. Train and mentor junior network engineers and assist in their professional development.
14. Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the university to understand their network needs and requirements.
15. Continuously evaluate and improve network processes and procedures to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Senior Network Engineer in Las Vegas, NV, USA is between $92,000 and $140,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on factors such as experience, education, certifications, and the specific company or industry the individual is working in.

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is a public research university in Paradise, Nevada. The 332-acre campus is about 1.6 mi (2.6 km) east of the Las Vegas Strip. It was formerly part of the University of Nevada from 1957 to 1969. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities - Very high research activity" and includes the Shadow Lane Campus, just east of the University Medical Center of Southern Nevada, which houses both School of Medicine and School of Dental Medicine. UNLV's law school, the William S. Boyd School of Law, is the only law school in the state.