Tallahassee State College
Manager of Network Infrastructure
Tallahassee State College, Tallahassee, Florida, United States, 32301
Manager of Network Infrastructure
Tallahassee State College (TSC), recently recognized as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges for 2025, is seeking a knowledgeable and proactive, full-time Manager of Network Infrastructure to lead and support our campus-wide network operations. What You'll Do This position will oversee the daily activities of a network technician and serve as the primary point of contact for maintaining and optimizing critical network equipment, including switches, routers, wireless access points, and firewalls. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, deep technical expertise in network infrastructure, and a commitment to ensuring secure and reliable connectivity across the college. Key Responsibilities: Core Network Equipment Management: Maintain, configure, and troubleshoot network hardware such as switches, routers, and firewalls to ensure optimal performance and security. Wireless Networking: Maintain an existing robust wireless infrastructure while making recommendations for new best practices and equipment to ensure it is working at optimal performance. Team Leadership: Supervise and support the network technician, providing guidance, task delegation, and performance feedback. Network Monitoring: Monitor network performance and availability using appropriate tools; proactively identify and resolve issues to minimize downtime. Security Implementation: Implement and manage network security measures, including firewall rules, VLAN segmentation, and access control policies. Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of network configurations, topologies, and procedures. Project Management: Lead or participate in network-related projects, including upgrades, expansions, and migrations. Collaboration: Work closely with IT leadership and other departments to align network infrastructure with institutional goals and technology initiatives. Who We're Looking For A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Proven experience managing enterprise network infrastructure, including switches, routers, wireless systems, and firewalls. Strong understanding of network protocols, IP addressing, VLANs, and routing. Experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to manage and mentor technical staff. Strong communication and organizational skills. Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent. Two years of supervisory experience. Experience with Cisco, Aruba, or similar enterprise networking solutions. Familiarity with network security best practices and compliance standards. Why You'll Love Working Here A dynamic campus atmosphere where your contributions directly impact student success. A culture that champions continuous improvement, where students and staff alike are valued and empowered. A supportive team that encourages collaboration, creativity, and innovation. What We Offer Comprehensive State of Florida benefits, including retirement through the Florida Retirement System. Opportunities for professional development. A generous leave policy, including paid holidays plus winter and spring breaks. A collaborative and inspiring campus community. Tuition waivers and tuition reimbursement programs for continuous learning. Free access to TSC athletics, fine arts, and performing arts events. A Little About Us Established in 1966, Tallahassee State College is dedicated to providing high-quality educational opportunities for students from Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties, as well as from throughout the state, nation, and abroad. TSC offers a wide range of academic and workforce training programs, including associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, and in-demand certifications. Consistently ranked as one of the top colleges in the nation, our vision is to be recognized as your College of Choice.
Tallahassee State College (TSC), recently recognized as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges for 2025, is seeking a knowledgeable and proactive, full-time Manager of Network Infrastructure to lead and support our campus-wide network operations. What You'll Do This position will oversee the daily activities of a network technician and serve as the primary point of contact for maintaining and optimizing critical network equipment, including switches, routers, wireless access points, and firewalls. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, deep technical expertise in network infrastructure, and a commitment to ensuring secure and reliable connectivity across the college. Key Responsibilities: Core Network Equipment Management: Maintain, configure, and troubleshoot network hardware such as switches, routers, and firewalls to ensure optimal performance and security. Wireless Networking: Maintain an existing robust wireless infrastructure while making recommendations for new best practices and equipment to ensure it is working at optimal performance. Team Leadership: Supervise and support the network technician, providing guidance, task delegation, and performance feedback. Network Monitoring: Monitor network performance and availability using appropriate tools; proactively identify and resolve issues to minimize downtime. Security Implementation: Implement and manage network security measures, including firewall rules, VLAN segmentation, and access control policies. Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of network configurations, topologies, and procedures. Project Management: Lead or participate in network-related projects, including upgrades, expansions, and migrations. Collaboration: Work closely with IT leadership and other departments to align network infrastructure with institutional goals and technology initiatives. Who We're Looking For A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Proven experience managing enterprise network infrastructure, including switches, routers, wireless systems, and firewalls. Strong understanding of network protocols, IP addressing, VLANs, and routing. Experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to manage and mentor technical staff. Strong communication and organizational skills. Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent. Two years of supervisory experience. Experience with Cisco, Aruba, or similar enterprise networking solutions. Familiarity with network security best practices and compliance standards. Why You'll Love Working Here A dynamic campus atmosphere where your contributions directly impact student success. A culture that champions continuous improvement, where students and staff alike are valued and empowered. A supportive team that encourages collaboration, creativity, and innovation. What We Offer Comprehensive State of Florida benefits, including retirement through the Florida Retirement System. Opportunities for professional development. A generous leave policy, including paid holidays plus winter and spring breaks. A collaborative and inspiring campus community. Tuition waivers and tuition reimbursement programs for continuous learning. Free access to TSC athletics, fine arts, and performing arts events. A Little About Us Established in 1966, Tallahassee State College is dedicated to providing high-quality educational opportunities for students from Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties, as well as from throughout the state, nation, and abroad. TSC offers a wide range of academic and workforce training programs, including associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, and in-demand certifications. Consistently ranked as one of the top colleges in the nation, our vision is to be recognized as your College of Choice.