Network Analyst

Category:: Staff
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Department:: Information Technology
Locations:: Des Plaines, IL
Posted:: Jan 23, 2026
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full Time Staff
Position ID:: 196703

About Oakton College :

Educate. Empower. Transform

At Oakton College, we know education changes lives - and that starts with the people who make it happen. For more than 50 years, we've built a welcoming and inclusive community where students from all backgrounds and experiences thrive.

We're looking for passionate educators, professionals and leaders to join our team. Whether in the classroom, student support, or behind the scenes, your talents and expertise will make a difference and shape the future.

We provide dynamic learning environments that empower students and employees alike with campuses in Des Plaines and Skokie and a Health Careers Education Center in Evanston.

As a proud institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Oakton is more than a college - it's a place where innovation, equity and lifelong learning drive everything we do. We value diverse perspectives and embrace new ideas and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and student-centered culture.

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Job Description:

Basic Function and Responsibility:

Under general supervision, plan, manage and oversee the operation of the data network, related equipment, and software. Supervise and/or perform the installation and maintenance of the network infrastructure, all network products and provide support for related networked systems like security cameras, building management systems, IOT systems, etc.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for college-wide data networks, requiring knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching, WANs, Wireless networking, TCP/IP protocols and scripting.
• Install and maintain new hardware and software critical to the operation of the networks, including a variety of switches, routers, wireless access points and firewalls.
• Perform copper and fiber optic cable termination and testing according to industrial standards. Identify and resolve cabling problems.
• Supervise and secure access to the network and network host systems. Plan and update implementation of network security and firewalls.
• Organize and prepare systems and change management documentation. Create and maintain necessary working drawings.
• Maintain an in depth knowledge of technology including hardware, communications, and networking technologies (LAN, WAN and Wireless).
• Troubleshoot and resolve network problems. Work with vendors on complex issues and hardware/software support and replacement.
• Monitor system performance and security. Create and maintain management and performance monitoring scripts.
• Work as a team member with the data center staff to configure, deploy, secure and troubleshoot host based network services.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Qualifications and Working Conditions:

• A Bachelor's Degree with specific course work in Computer Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.
• A minimum of two years information technology work experience, with special knowledge of the technical components of networking is required. A minimum of two years' experience with IP protocols in routed networks is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• The ability to perform moderate physical labor, light lifting and use a step ladder is required.
• Two years networking work experience with Cisco equipment and Cisco CCNA or higher certification preferred.
• AutoCAD, Visio or other computer based drawing tool experience preferred.
• Python, power shell, Unix shell or other scripting language experience preferred.
• Networking experience in an institution of higher education is preferred.
• Responsibilities may require evening and weekend work.

Supervision Received:

General supervision is received from the Senior Networks and Telecommunications Manager.

Supervision Exercised:

None.

Additional Information:

HOURS: Monday - Friday - 8:15 am - 5:00 pm (Hours may vary due to the needs of the College)

SALARY: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. The minimum starting salary is $39.62 per hour which equates to $79,844 annualized based on Oakton's summer hours schedule.

Based on the needs of the college and with Administrator approval, some positions at the college may have a hybrid schedule option available after 30 working days. This position is NOT fully remote.

For information regarding employment eligibility, please visit our employment at Oakton web page.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Application Instructions:

Please be sure to have a current resume, cover letter, and list of, at least, three (3) professional references with contact information prepared to submit with your application.

Oakton College conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law and in accordance with the Illinois Department of Human Rights Conviction Record Protection Act of March 2021.

Posted positions may be removed from the Oakton website without notice when it is determined that no additional applicants are required.

Oakton College does not utilize E-Verify for employment eligibility verification.