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Network Engineer and Security Manager

Rhodes College
Rhodes Campus, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 27 Jan 2026

About the role

Job Title:

Network Engineer and Security Manager

   

Department:

Information Services

  

Job Description:

The Network Engineer and Security Manager installs, maintains, and manages campus network devices, ensures connectively for students, faculty, and staff, and serves as the lead of cybersecurity preparation, response, and documentation for the College.

Job duties include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Purchase, install, and maintain campus networking hardware, cabling, and software, and services.

  • Supporting Information Services staff and other end users in problem-solving network-related issues.

  • Manage vendor and contracted relationships connected to networking tasks not performed in-house.

  • Maintain an inventory of network equipment and up-to-date network topology documentation.

  • Use network monitoring software to gather usage statistics and make informed improvements to the campus network.

  • Implement and support technologies that enhance network security.

  • Manages the process to develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive information security policies, procedures, and plans. This includes supervising the efforts of non-Information Services staff tasked with assisting in cybersecurity.

  • Coordinates the efforts of those across the College to increase cybersecurity awareness and implement strategies to avoid known risks

  • Act as the initial coordinator in the case of a cybersecurity event, to drive the response actions based on established security policies, procedures, and plans.

  • Regular attendance is an essential function to perform the duties of this position.

Job Requirements:

  • Associate’s Degree required

  • Five years of work experience with local and wide area networks required.

  • Proficiency in network standards, protocols and wireless networks is required.

  • Demonstrated experience in cybersecurity operations and network security systems strongly preferred.

  • Strong communication and organization skills strongly preferred.

  • Must exhibit professionalism and diplomacy in working effectively with diverse constituencies.

  • Able to prioritize work effectively and be self-motivated to work independently and follow-through to meet department deadlines.

  • Must have the ability to deliver high-level customer service.

​A complete application includes a cover letter and a resume.

Benefits Highlights:

  • 403 (b) Retirement

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Vacation Time (23 days)

  • Sick Time (12 days)

  • Paid Holidays (21 days)

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Long-Term & Short-Term Disability

  • Life and AD&D Insurance

  • Tuition Remission


For a full list of our benefits and additional information, please navigate to our benefits site.

Rhodes is an equal opportunity employer that offers an excellent benefits package and a great working environment.

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