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Fort Valley State University

Network Support Specialist

Fort Valley State University, Fort Valley, Georgia, United States, 31030

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Fort Valley State University FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Network Support Specialist.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

Job Summary

The Network Support Specialist will ensure the stable operation of the enterprise computer network and implement and/or facilitate the initiatives of Chief Information Officer

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Plan, develop, install, configure, maintain, support, and optimize all network hardware, software and communication links Recommend, schedule, and perform network improvements, upgrades and repairs Develop, implement, and maintain the policies and procedures for network resource administration and disaster recovery Manage security solutions, including firewall, anti-virus, and intrusion detection systems Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure network products and services Implement other job duties as directed

Minimum Qualifications

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or closely related field; equivalent training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree. Strong written and oral communication skills Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Preferred Qualificcations

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Network + Certification in CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) Cisco Networking experience. Higher Education Experience

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at

https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at

https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653

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