IT Network Engineer (# JR103711)
Position Title: IT Network Engineer
Position Number: JR103711
Job Description Summary
This position is available within the University of Maryland鈥檚 Division of Information Technology
(DIT).
The IT Network Engineer works within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) at the University of Maryland, College Park.
This position focuses on access layer network equipment deployments as part of renovations, capital construction, and general network
refresh activities. This requires understanding and gathering of user requirements and translating the information into suitable network
designs and switch configurations. This position also provides engineering and maintenance expertise in support of operations.IT Network
Engineer provides coordination of network equipment purchase/maintenance contracts for network refresh and operations. In addition, position
requires an understanding of network security and may require the development and deployment of network security services. Operations, duty
and audit reports and documentation are essential. The position requires a valid driver's license.
**This position is considered
essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event, weather
emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.**
**May be required to work
evenings, nights, weekends, or different shifts for extended periods.**
Physical Demands: Must be able to perform extensive standing,
driving, walking, and climbing; to lift up to 50lbs regularly; to manipulate up to 100lbs with assistance, to transport and stock assigned
supplies and materials; to pick-up from vendors and deliver stock and materials to customers upon request, to wear personal protective
equipment. Must be able to bend, stoop, and climb to reach material.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver鈥檚 License
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor鈥檚 degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three (3) years of professional network design, research, implementation, and escalation support experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the
required education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of core networking design and implementation over the
WAN. - Knowledge of scalable networks.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in the use of Google Workspace.
- Ability to
interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws. - Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer
service.
Preferences:
- Experience with Aruba Switches
- Understanding of Outside Plant Fiber
Additional Information:
Please note that all positions within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) have an in
person component with expected time in our College Park, MD location per week. Telework is not a guaranteed work arrangement.
Visa
Sponsorship Information:
- DIT will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or
in the future. - F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position.
Required Application Materials:
Resume, Cover Letter, List of three References
Best Consideration Date: April 3, 2026
Posting Close Date:
Open until filled
Open Until Filled: Yes
Salary Range: $111,120.00 - $133,344.00
Job Risks:
Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required: No
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Department: DIT-EE-Network and Infrastructure Services
Worker Sub-Type: Staff Regular
Benefits
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Background Checks: Offers of employment are
contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from
employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding
disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or
terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the
background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility: The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility
verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal
immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility
verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement: The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will
receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University鈥檚 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
