Networking Analyst

University of North Carolina Wilmington

Wilmington, NC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
802.1, Best Practices, Cable Television, Cisco Network Systems, Clinical Research, Communication Skills, Communication Systems, Communications Servers, Community Support, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Maintenance, Computer Security, Customer/Client Research, Distance Learning, Documentation, Hardware Installation, Health Insurance, High Tech Industry, Higher Education, Home Networking, Information Technology & Information Systems, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Linux Operating System, Marine Biology, Mentoring, Multitasking, Network Administration/Management, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Routers, Network Software, Network Support, Network Switching, Network System Hardware, Network Television, Nursing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Psychology, Registered Nurse (RN), Resolve Customer Issues, Retirement Plan, Security Monitoring, Security Patches, Technical/Engineering Design, Telephone Technology, Telephony, Testing, Training/Teaching, Twitter, Vision Plan, VoIP (Voice over IP), Wireless Communications, Work From Home, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Wilmington, NC
POSTED
4 days ago

Posting Details

This position is designated as Exempt from the Human Resources Act (EHRA).

Posting Details

Benefits of Working at UNCW

Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.

Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session.

As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.

We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy, and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge.

Hiring Range Determined based on qualifications and/or experience. Working Title Networking Analyst External Link to Posting https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/39569 Vacancy Number E1562 Position Number 7517 Location of Workplace Main UNCW Campus Home Department Network & Communications - 55130 Division Business Affairs - 35000 Division Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Networking Analyst addresses customer needs and supports the day-to-day operation of the campus network. Working within the Networks department, it involves setting up, installing, and maintaining network hardware and software, including VoIP phones, switches, routers, and access points. The role also entails resolving routine to advanced networking problems, such as issues related to underground infrastructure, hardware, or software. Additionally, this position collaborates with IT staff and other departments to support network-related projects and initiatives.

Working hours will occasionally include early and late hours and planned weekend work, coverage for emergency outages during off hours, and residence hall support. While this role primarily requires on-site presence, there may be opportunities for remote work on occasion.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

  • Graduation from a two-year technical college with a major in an Information Technology field and five years in the information technology field related to the position's role; or graduation from a four-year college or university and three years in the information technology field related to the position's role. Related information technology experience may be substituted year for year for the required education.
  • Network fundamentals and troubleshooting, with proven ability to resolve network issues across layers 1 and 2, including cable and link testing, UPS installation and troubleshooting, and switch configuration troubleshooting.
  • Experience in installation and maintenance of copper and fiber infrastructure

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

  • Experience with Cisco network and telephone technologies
  • Familiarity with 802.1x network environment a plus (Cisco ISE a plus)
  • Familiarity with Linux operating system
  • Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Thorough documentation skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate across diverse audiences
  • Experience identifying and recommending technical modifications to prevent future problems
  • Knowledge of IT Security best practices
  • Experience managing and installing security patches
  • Carry/use a ladder and lift up to 50 pounds

Required Certifications or Licensures

n/a

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Department of Network & Communications is part of the Information Technology Services (ITS) unit of Business Affairs at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. The Department of Network & Communications is responsible to ITS and the University for the campus wide enterprise communications systems including the wired and wireless networks, communications servers and the voice network, the campus copper and fiber infrastructure, distance education services, and cable television services. Network & Communications also assists in developing, designing and engineering long-range infrastructure plans for the University and ITS to support the campus community in its goals and objectives.

College/School Information University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

EEO Statement

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings Single Incumbent Special Notes to Applicants

PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the 'Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Months Per Year 12 Months FTE 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) Type of Position Permanent Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions Job Posting Date 06/12/2026 Posting Close Date 07/03/2026

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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