• Senior Network Engineer

    University Of Vermont (Burlington, VT)


    Position Details

    Advertising/Posting Title Senior Network Engineer

    Posting Summary

    The Senior Network Engineer provides high-level design (IPv4 and IPv6), troubleshooting and management functions for the University Network. This position contributes to the architecture, design, implementation, and reliable operation of UVM’s wired and wireless network infrastructure spanning academic, research, administrative, and residential environments.

     

    Responsibilities include providing problem resolution for applications which run over the local University network and Internet. Configure, troubleshoot and maintain the Voice over IP infrastructure, E-911, wireless, firewalls, VPNs, routers, switches, DWDM and Ethernet technologies. Reliable networking is critical to the operations of UVM , and this position helps build scalable, reliable, and highly available networking services, aligned with institutional priorities. The Senior Network Engineer will help lead complex network projects, collaborate with central and distributed IT staff, and engage with stakeholders across UVM .

    Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

    Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering or related discipline and five years’ experience in design, troubleshooting, and management of medium- or large-sized complex enterprise TCP /IP networks required. Four additional years of experience can substitute for the degree. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex network problems. Expert knowledge of routing and switching, and core networking technologies. Effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a cross-functional team

     

    required.

    Desirable Qualifications

    Experience with network performance monitoring, and debugging tools, 802.1x, Radius and/or SAML / SSO authentication, wireless, network intrusion detection, IPv6, IP video, VoIP, EIGRP , BGP and network and server virtualization are highly desirable. Experience with automation and scripting technologies, and version control. Familiarity with research and education networking (e.g. Internet2, eduroam) and high-throughput research data flows (e.g. Science DMZ concepts).

     

    Anticipated Pay Range $110,000-$130,000

     

    Other Information

     

    Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Bargaining unit position, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position

     

    FLSA Exempt

     

    Union Position Yes, UVMSU

     

    Posting Details

     

    Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

     

    Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States

     

    Job Open Date 10/03/2025

     

    Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

     

    Open Until Filled No

    Our Common Ground Statement

    The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

    Position Information

    Position Title Technology Network PC3 X

     

    Posting Number S5769PO

     

    Department Network Services/11640

     

    Position Number 001567

     

    Percent of Full-Time 1.0

     

    Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

     

    Term (months per year) 12

     

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