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Loyola University

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR

Loyola University, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Loyola University Chicago Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Position Number

8101984

Job Category

University Staff

Job Type

Full-Time

FLSA Status

Exempt

Campus

Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus

Department Name

INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES

Location Code

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

Is this split and/or fully grant funded?

No

Duties And Responsibilities

Tactical and Operational Planning: Contribute to short-term and long-term IT strategy by offering expertise which supports the organizations business goals and objectives. Technical Expertise: Conduct in-depth analyses of performance, systems architecture, and data trends to support decision-making processes. Develop solutions that align with the universitys academic, administrative, and research needs. Innovation and Emerging Technologies: Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies. Assist in evaluating their potential impact on the organization and recommending strategic investments. Budgeting and Cost Control: Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to influence budget allocations for projects and upgrades. Evaluate vendor proposals to ensure cost-effective solutions that meet institutional goals. Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure the organizations IT systems comply with relevant regulations and standards, managing risks associated with technology use. Collaboration and Communication: Establish and maintain relationships within IT and campus partners to ensure the delivery of quality services. Network Infrastructure Management: Design, implement, and maintain the universitys network infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and scalability. Manage and monitor switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless access points across campus facilities. Security: Implement and maintain network security protocols to protect university data and systems against unauthorized access, malware, and cyber threats. User Support: Provide technical support to faculty, staff, and students, resolving network-related issues efficiently. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation of network configurations, policies, procedures, and incident reports. Generate regular reports on network performance, security posture, and compliance status for internal and regulatory purposes.

Required

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

Bachelors degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field is required. A minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in IT.

Prefered

Four to six years of experience in the telecommunications/networking field, with extensive knowledge of industry concepts, practices, and procedures.

Qualifications

Strong technical proficiency in a wide range of IT systems, software, and hardware. Demonstrated ability to be part of a team, with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to develop and implement strategic IT plans that align with organizational goals. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex IT issues. Experience in large-scale IT projects from conception to completion.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

none

Computer Skills

This position requires extensive knowledge of network infrastructure. Demonstrated ability to work independently in the daily management of LAN , WAN , WLAN , and VPN systems. Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office suite and related tools. Some proficiency with Microsoft Project and related tools is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Required operation of university owned vehicles

No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

No

Physical Demands

Lifting, Carrying

Working Conditions

None

Open Date

07/29/2025

Close Date

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate

$105,000/ann

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate

$80,000/ann

Special Instructions to Applicants

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicagos mission, candidates should consult our website at

www.luc.edu/mission/

. For information about the universitys focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at

www.luc.edu/transformativeed

.

About Loyola University Chicago

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nations largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With

15 schools, colleges, and institutes

including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health SciencesLoyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nations top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the countrys most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail,

click here

.

Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the Universitys

Nondiscrimination Policy

.

Quick Link for Posting

https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/33520

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