Wireless Network Automations Engineer
Penn State University
State College, Pennsylvania
Full-Time
$46,522
RemoteExecutive
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
POSITION SPECIFICS
Penn State IT isseekinga highly motivatedWireless Automation Engineerto join the ENCS Wireless team. This position will play a critical role in designing, automating, and operating Penn State’s next-generation wireless platform built on Juniper Mist.
Penn State is currently undergoing a multi-year transformation from Aruba wireless infrastructure to a Juniper Mist cloud-managed wireless platform across campuses and facilities statewide. This position will help accelerate and operationalizethat transitionthrough automation, telemetry, observability, and modern network engineering practices.
The successful candidate will focus on developing scalable automation, telemetry-driven operations, and modern network engineering practices to improve the reliability, consistency, and operational maturity of one of higher education’s largest enterprise wireless environments.
This role combines enterprise wireless engineering with software development, automation, analytics, and observability. The engineer will help drive Penn State’s transition toward proactive, >
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: NonePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with Juniper Mist wireless platforms and Marvis
Experience with infrastructure automation tools such as Ansible or Terraform
Familiarity with CI/CD workflows, Git, and DevOps practices
Experience integrating APIs and telemetry into operational workflows
Experience with Power BI, Splunk, Grafana, or similar analytics and visualization platforms
Familiarity with cloud-managed networking platforms
Familiarity with event-driven automation, webhooks, and real-time data processing
Industry certifications such as CWNA, CWNP, JNCIS, or equivalent
DESIRED COMPETENCIES
Automation-first engineering mindset
Strong attention to operational consistency and reliability
Passion for continuous improvement and operational modernization
Ability to balance engineering, operational support, and strategic initiatives
Strong documentation and process discipline
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced enterprise environment
Customer-focused approach to service delivery and user experience
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $76,700.00 - $115,100.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
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EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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