at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Housing Wireless Engineer
Hiring Department: Technology Solutions
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1017834
Posting Close Date: 6/4/2023
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of
UIC is seeking a Housing Wireless Engineer to join our Wireless Technology Solutions team. This role will work under the direction of our Lead Wireless Engineer, the position of Housing Wireless Engineer will encompass the implementation and support of UIC's Wireless network. The candidate will have strong knowledge of TCP/IP, and demonstrate experience in assisting with implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Cisco wireless controllers, access points, and switches in an enterprise-wide environment. Successful candidates will have an understanding of a campus wireless environment and have the ability to perform remote troubleshooting through diagnostic techniques and pertinent questions in a University environment. Candidate will have strong customer services skills to conduct Tier 1/Tier 2 client support and assist in user documentation for training.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Assist Campus Housing with troubleshooting, maintaining, and monitoring Campus Resident networking issues. Evaluate and monitor various network monitoring tools and trouble tickets specific to the Campus Housing Residence.
Work with Senior and Lead Wireless Engineers on installation, configuration, and deployment of wireless access points, switches, and controllers.
Work with wireless team on surveying new locations on campus and recommending equipment to fit client business needs.
Work with network core team on installation, configuration, and deployment of switches, routers, and firewalls.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
Bachelor Degree within Computer Science or closely related field of study
Minimum of 1 year of professional IT experience within Infrastructure & Networking Engineering which includes demonstrated experience in planning, building/implementation of communication Networks (LAN/WAN/VPN) that support high performance voice, data, video and wireless network servicesPreferred Qualifications:
Knowledge in basic TCP/IP, VLAN programming and diagnosis, switch management with emphasis on Wireless Access Points and Controllers.
Knowledge of advanced network routing (including TCP/IP, UDP/BGP), VLANs, VPNs, Trunking
Knowledge of configuration of wireless networks 802.11g/n/ac; controllers and management tools.
Good written and verbal communication skills. Proficient MS-Office usage, calendaring, and web-based tools.
Complete understanding of Request Tracking ticketing system.
Must communicate at all levels of the... For full info follow application link.
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The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
