Network Security Engineer

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Closing Date:

06/30/2026

Type of Position:

Network Design and AdministrationNo

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

Cybersecurity Supporthttps://its.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:

The Network Security Engineer provides senior-level operational and project support for systems associated with the university’s network security and network authentication infrastructure. The Network Security Engineer will work closely with the Network Enterprise Systems team lead, Director of Infrastructure Systems, and the information Technology Security team to achieve a campus goal of a highly available and reliable network by securing the network from interruption. Job responsibilities for this position will be to operate, develop and grow the network security environment in a collaborative team environment with individual system responsibilities assigned as needed in support of strategic goals.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited institution of higher education

• At least four years of formal IT-related job experience

• At least two years designing and implementing network security solutions

• At least five years of experience using Palo Alto

• At least two years of experience using Azure

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related from an accredited institution of higher education

• An advanced degree in any field, such as a master’s degree

• Master's degree in information technology degree

• Experience with deploying and supporting Network Access Control (NAC)

• Network Security certification from a leading technology vendor that displays proficiency in network security concepts; JNCIS, PCNSA, PCNSE or equivalent

• A network certification from a leading technology vendor in a specialization, such as data center, network security, virtualization, or equivalent

• At least four years of IT experience in a formal role related to enterprise network security

• IT-related work experience in higher education

• IT-related work experience in a large enterprise of 1000+ employees

• Experience with Microsoft Development Ops

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills

• Strong customer service skills

• Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail skills

• Able to conduct research into networking issues and networking products as required

• Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language

• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment

• Able to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Additional Information:

$67,909 - $84,886 Commensurate with education and experienceCover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran StatusCrystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, ce031@uark.edu

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Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes