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Purdue University is hiring an Associate Network Administrator. This entry-level role on the Purdue IT Network Operations team supports the university’s wired, wireless, WAN, LAN, and network security infrastructure, working alongside network engineers under Network Operations leadership. The administrator monitors network health, responds to incidents, and works support tickets through resolution to keep critical campus network services reliable and secure.

Highlights

Monitor network health, respond to incidents and service disruptions, and troubleshoot operational issues until support tickets are resolved.
Support the Purdue network across wired, wireless, WAN, LAN, and network security technologies in collaboration with network engineers.
Contribute to process improvements, automation initiatives, and operational efficiencies that improve network stability and service delivery.
Create, maintain, and improve technical documentation, operational procedures, and project materials.
Work a 40-hour schedule in standard business hours, with occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, and maintenance windows, plus a required on-call rotation for network incidents.
Collaborate with technical teams across Purdue West Lafayette, Purdue Northwest, and Purdue Fort Wayne in a multi-vendor environment, with occasional travel between campuses and a valid driver’s license required.
Bachelor’s degree in network engineering, telecommunications, computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field, plus one year of related experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience is considered.
Experience with automation and scripting tools such as Python, Ansible, GitHub, or PowerShell, along with foundational knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, switching, routing, and wireless networking.
Preferred background includes Cisco networking, a CCNA certification or equivalent knowledge, and experience in a network operations center or higher education environment.
Salary range of $54,320 to $57,714.96 per year, depending on education and experience.

Associate Network Administrator Full Description

Job Summary

Purdue IT | West Lafayette, Indiana

Under the guidance of Network Operations leadership, the Associate Network Administrator provides operational support for the Purdue University network infrastructure, including wired, wireless, wide area network (WAN), local area network (LAN), and network security technologies. This entry-level position works closely with network engineers to maintain the reliability, performance, and security of critical University network services.

As a member of the Network Operations team, the Associate Network Administrator actively monitors network health, responds to incidents and service disruptions, troubleshoots operational issues, and works support tickets through resolution. The position also contributes to the development of process improvements, automation initiatives, and operational efficiencies designed to enhance network stability and service delivery. Additionally, the Associate Network Administrator assists with the creation, maintenance, and improvement of technical documentation, operational procedures, and project-related materials.

This position normally works a 40-hour schedule within standard business hours. However, support of a 24x7 enterprise network environment requires occasional work during evenings, weekends, holidays, and scheduled maintenance windows. Participation in an on-call rotation is required to support the timely resolution of network incidents and other unplanned service events.

The Purdue network environment supports multiple campuses and organizations through a collaborative partnership involving Purdue West Lafayette (including Purdue Indianapolis), Purdue Northwest (Hammond and Westville), and Purdue Fort Wayne. Occasional travel between campuses may be required. Success in this role requires the ability to work effectively within a multi-vendor environment and to collaborate with technical teams across institutions to deliver reliable, scalable, and cost-effective networking solutions that meet the diverse needs of the Purdue community.

What We’re Looking For

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
One (1) year of experience in network operations, network administration, network engineering, information technology, or a related technical field
Experience developing, maintaining, or supporting automation and scripting solutions using tools and languages such as Python, Ansible, GitHub, PowerShell, Perl, or similar technologies
An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
Valid driver’s license

Skills Required:

Technical Qualifications

Foundational knowledge of enterprise networking concepts, technologies, and best practices
Familiarity with: Cisco networking technologies and exposure to multi-vendor network environments; network monitoring, observability, or infrastructure management platforms
Understanding of common network protocols and services, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, switching, routing, and wireless networking principles
Basic understanding of network security concepts, controls, and operational best practices

Experience:

using scripting or automation tools to streamline operational tasks and improve efficiency
working in a Network Operations Center (NOC), higher education environment, or large enterprise network
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification or equivalent networking knowledge
Exposure to network automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), or configuration management tools

Strong:

verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Commitment to providing excellent customer service and technical support

Ability to:

troubleshoot technical issues and follow established processes to resolution
participate in on-call rotation and perform occasional work during evenings, weekends, holidays, and scheduled maintenance windows
work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
manage multiple priorities in a dynamic operational environment
Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license for occasional travel between Purdue campuses

Additional Information:

Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Career Stream

Professional 1

Pay Band S060

Job Code #20002145

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $54,320 to $57,714.96 annually commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. The final salary offer will be determined based on a variety of factors, including equity, available budget, educational background, and relevant experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Purdue University is an EOE employer.

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