Network Specialist IV

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleNetwork Specialist IVRequisition NumberRE54502Working TitleDepartment Name3L600:ITS Networking & InfrastructureWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level46Salary Range$52,021-85,800/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBSClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience4 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsThe physical requirements of this position include: Occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 25lbs; regularly standing or walking with objects 10-25lbs; regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time with regular repetitive motions (such as typing); utilizing mouse, keyboard, and phone for portions of the day. Ability to travel to various locations on and off-campus for meetings.ShiftPrimarily days (i.e. Monday – Friday, 8a-5p, 40+ hours per week) Please be aware that as an exempt position, job duties may occasionally require additional time in the evenings, nights, holidays and/or weekends to accomplish work goals in excess of 40hours per week. Required to participate in the after-hours and Holiday on-call rotation with other network staffJob SummaryKeep the University Securely and Reliably Connected

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Network Specialist IV to join our Information Technology Services team, supporting enterprise networking and infrastructure. This position is part of UK’s evolving IT strategy and will report through the Technology Services department in Beyond Blue effective July 1, 2026.

This role sits at the core of connectivity, reliability, and security, helping ensure the university’s network systems operate smoothly and efficiently. You’ll play a key role in supporting and enhancing a complex enterprise environment by resolving issues, implementing solutions, and contributing to the stability and performance of critical infrastructure used across campus.

What You’ll Do

• • Provide advanced support for wired and wireless network systems, including troubleshooting, diagnostics, and issue resolution
• • Monitor and maintain network infrastructure and management systems, ensuring performance and reliability
• • Support implementation of network projects and system upgrades, including design, testing, and deployment
• • Configure and maintain network security tools, including VPNs and enterprise security devices
• • Collaborate with architects and IT teams to align network solutions with security and operational standards
• • Utilize tools such as packet capture, SNMP monitoring, and logging systems to diagnose and resolve issues
• • Participate in on-call rotations and after-hours support to maintain 24/7 network operations
• • Develop and maintain technical documentation, contribute to process improvements and best practices

What You’ll Bring

• • Experience supporting enterprise-level network environments, including troubleshooting and infrastructure operations
• • Working knowledge of networking protocols such as DNS, DHCP, SNMP, LDAP, RADIUS, and VPN technologies
• • Ability to analyze complex issues and implement effective, scalable solutions
• • Strong communication and collaboration skills in both technical and customer-facing situations
• • Familiarity with network monitoring, logging, and diagnostic tools
• • Strong time management, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• • Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging technologies and best practices

Minimum Requirements

• • Bachelor’s degree
• • 4+ years of related experience

What’s In It for You

• Meaningful impact: Help maintain and improve the infrastructure that supports the entire university community
• Technical growth: Expand your expertise in enterprise networking, security, and infrastructure systems
• Hybrid flexibility: Opportunity for hybrid work arrangements with approval
• Dynamic environment: Engage in both real-time incident response and longer-term project work
• Collaborative team: Partner with skilled IT professionals across networking, security, and infrastructure

Why Now?
As demand for secure, high-performing, and scalable network systems continues to grow, this role is critical to ensuring uninterrupted service across the university.

In this position, you’ll help:

• Strengthen network reliability and performance across campus
• Support growing infrastructure needs and evolving technologies
• Enhance security and operational efficiency through continuous improvement

You’ll step into a role where your technical expertise and problem-solving skills will have an immediate impact on the university’s ability to stay connected and operate effectively.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMS Windows and Office Suite. Customer service experienceDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor’s Degree / 4 years of paid network experience; Cisco CCNA certification is preferred for this position but not required.Deadline to Apply06/04/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you currently have an active CCNA or CCNP certification, or the ability to obtain one prior to your start date?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Please choose the answer that best represents your paid, full-time employment experience providing support for networking infrastructure in a university setting or providing customer service in any type of enterprise environment.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years, up through 10 years
   • More than 10 years
3. * How many devices (computers, network devices, etc.) were part of the enterprise environment you supported?
   • None through 99
   • 100 through 499
   • 500 through 999
   • More than 1000

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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