Description

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Job Title Network Operations & Cybersecurity Engineer
Division Planning and Information Technology Department
Department VP Planning & Information Technology
Work Status Full Time
Position Category Staff
FLSA Exempt
Pay Range Exempt
Salary Range $90,000 - $110,000 / year
Fund Source State Support
Job Summary
This role ensures the secure, efficient, and reliable operation of wired and wireless network infrastructure across campus and remote sites. It integrates traditional network operations with hands-on cybersecurity implementation-protecting institutional data, enforcing segmentation and policy, and enabling uptime for all mission-critical services, including VOIP, firewalls, Network Access Control, ISP integration, and remote access.

Job Duties
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Configure and support campus-wide wired/wireless infrastructure, including Aruba, HP, Cisco, Dell, and ALE equipment; manage VLANs, ACLs, QoS, and port configurations. Monitor and manage DNS, DHCP, Network Access Control, AD Integration, and firewall configurations; enforce segmentation, traffic policies, and ISP configurations. Provides maintenance and support for routers, switches, OSPF, BGP, VPLS, NPLS, VPN, and other connections. Proactively monitors all enterprise communication systems to ensure their stability and proper functioning, and instigates corrective measures as necessary.
• Lead day-to-day operations, including adds/moves/changes for network access points, peripherals, VOIP handsets, and security appliances. Collaborate with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams on vulnerability management, patch deployment, and zero-trust enforcement.
• Acts as a consultant for other network and application technologies, while also serving as a liaison on committees, task forces, evaluation groups, and negotiations related to associated projects.
• Maintain and utilize DCIM tools to ensure physical security, compliance, and documentation across all locations. Document infrastructure changes, generate network topology diagrams, and contribute to incident response and audit preparation. Actively participates in training and professional development classes to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Actively engages in MSU technical and progress committee meetings through participation and contribution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requested Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's in Networking, Information Security, or related field

EXPERIENCE:
5 or more years in enterprise network operations, with cyber-focused roles

Other Preferences for Consideration

• Cisco CCNA or CCNP
• Aruba Certified Network Professional (ACNP)
• CompTIA Security+ or CISSP (or equivalent)
• DCIM training (e.g., Sunbird, Nlyte)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number ST01551
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Open Date 03/11/2026
Application Review Date
Job Close Date 03/25/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please enter two professional references on the References page of the application.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor's in Networking, Information Security, or a related field?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have 5 or more years in enterprise network operations, with cyber-focused roles?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Are you a current, past, or retired Morgan State University employee?Are you a current, past, or retired State employee?If YES to current, past, or retired STATE employee, please state the agency.If not applicable, put N/A.
   (Open Ended Question)
4. * How did you hear about this employment Opportunity?
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • EDULedger (formerly Diverse Issues in Higher Ed)
   • Higher Ed Jobs
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • Insight into Academia (formerly Insight into Diversity)
   • LinkedIn
   • Mid-Atlantic HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • Other Online Advertising
   • Agency Referral
   • Website
   • MSU Careers Website

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Supporting Document