Network Engineer II

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions.

Students at all University of Arkansas institutions will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for "Find Jobs for Students."

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville students will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for "Find Student Jobs at UAF."

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page.

Closing Date:
03/06/2026
Type of Position:
Network Design and Administration

Workstudy Position:

No
Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.

If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at .

Department:
Network Enterprise Systems

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The Network Engineer II designs, implements, and maintains reliable and secure network infrastructures, including local area networks (LAN), wireless local area networks (WLAN), and wide area networks (WAN), to support the University's academic and administrative operations. This position configures, installs, and supports network-related hardware and software such as servers, routers, switches, and other network devices, while continuously monitoring network performance, availability, and integrity. The Network Engineer II troubleshoots and resolves complex network and connectivity issues escalated from lower tiers of support, addressing both cloud-based and on-premises infrastructure. Responsibilities include automating routine network tasks, evaluating the effectiveness of automation solutions, and creating, testing, and maintaining security measures such as access authentication controls and disaster recovery processes. The role also involves mentoring team members on technical issues, maintaining comprehensive technical documentation, communicating with users as needed to resolve issues or explain system changes, and proactively recommending improvements to enhance network performance, capacity, scalability, and overall reliability. Other duties as assigned.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least four years of industry-related experience as a Network Engineer, Senior Network Engineer, or Network Administrator
• Advanced certification in networking (e.g. JNCIS, CCNA, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related from an accredited institution of higher education
• An advanced degree in any field, such as a master's degree; information technology degree receives increased consideration
• In-depth understanding of communication protocols (mainly TCP/IP) and routing protocols (e.g. BGP, OSPF)
• Familiarity with access control models and network security
• Knowledge of coding languages for scripting (e.g Python, Perl)
• Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis tools (e.g. SolarWinds network tools)
• A professional network certification from a leading network technology vendor that displays proficiency in route/switch technology; CCNP, CCDP, etc
• A network certification from a leading technology vendor in a specialization, such as data center, network security, virtualization, or equivalent
• IT related work experience in higher education
• IT related work experience in a large enterprise of 1000+ employees

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail skills
• Able to conduct research into networking issues and products as required
• Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Able to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

61,735.00 - 77,169.00

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Crystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist,

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
Yes