Network Specialist 3

Position Summary

The Fermi/GALPROP/PAB groups are seeking a Specialized Research Network and Systems Specialist to provide advanced network, server, security, and infrastructure support for a highly specialized research computing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage large/complex network installations including requesting information, evaluating proposals, overseeing work of others, verifying correct installation, and coordinating with other departments.
• Implement programs, network services, architecture, and design; plan, design and implement new features and services.
• Integrate advanced technology developed in other departments as well as commercial products into the Stanford networking environment.
• Design, develop, evaluate, acquire, enhance, test, deploy, and manage the network systems for University-wide network services in a highly complex, multi-vendor, and multi-protocol network environment.
• Develop detailed technical design and implementation strategies for network management and administration, and recommend guidelines and policies as appropriate.
• Carry out duties with high degree of responsibility for design integrity, security, and consistency with overall SUNet architecture.
• Provide mentoring and training to lower level network specialists; act as final escalation point on technical issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and develop resolutions.
• Lead technical project teams to ensure timely completion and satisfaction of reliability and performance requirements.
• Formulate long-term network plans which may impact university resources.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree.
• Eight years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Specific experience in network design, implementation, analysis, and project management.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with ability to communicate complex technical issues to non-technical users.
• Advanced communication skills and ability to influence, persuade, negotiate, and mentor.
• Expert knowledge of and experience with multiple network protocols and technologies.
• Fine-tuned trouble shooting skills.
• Prioritization and time management skills.
• Proven project planning and management experience, including ability to manage people.