Operating System/Network Analyst 2 (Internal Employment Opportunity)
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Location: Corvallis, OR 97330
Description:
Position Details
Position Information
Department
F&A Information & Tech (QFA)
Classification Title
Oper Systems-Network Analyst
Job Title
Operating System/Network Analyst 2 (Internal Employment Opportunity)
Appointment Type
Classified Staff
Job Location
Corvallis
Benefits Eligible
Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Yes
Employment Category
Regular
Job Summary
This is an Internal Employment Opportunity
This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Operating System/Network Analyst, competency level 2 position for the Division of Finance & Administration Information Technology (DFA IT) unit at Oregon State University (OSU).
The purpose of the DFA Operating System/Network Analyst 2 is to support the Vision and Mission of DFA information technology services by building, monitoring, supporting and managing servers, applications, databases, management consoles, interfaces, systems and software. To provide effective and timely support of departmental servers, applications and hardware, purchase computer hardware, manage inventories, manage long-term technology projects and work with other centralized technology support groups on the OSU campus. To provide support to the staff and management of DFA, ensuring that computer hardware, software and reporting needs are met. Analyze network and operating system configuration and security protocols.
OSU (Oregon State University) IT has a commitment to deliver data as a strategic working asset and to enable data informed decision making across OSU. DFA IT leaders and staff will lead by example and use data to inform decision making at all levels in the organization. Persons in technology roles are also expected to design systems with data portability in mind and work within enterprise architecture and privacy guidelines.
This position is an essential part of DFA IT, a team dedicated to supporting OSU and DFA functions, programs, and processes. DFA IT provides planning, IT solutions and critical information to meet the constantly evolving needs of a growing technology and communication ecosystem. Acting as a trusted partner, DFA IT aligns priorities with DFA, University Information and Technology and OSU's strategic plan to solve tough problems and prioritize and optimize work for the university. Learn more about DFA IT at: https://fa.oregonstate.edu/dfa-it
DFA IT has a deep commitment to and belief in the strength and value of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) both throughout our team and as an intentional and active practice to advance the vision, mission, and strategic efforts of the entire university. As a member of the DFA IT community, the person in this position is expected to foster and promote the values of DEI and demonstrate a commitment to inclusive excellence in their work.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
Top 1.4% university in the world
More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
217k+ alumni worldwide
For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
Retirement savings paid by the university.
A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
45% System Administration and Support
Specialized system administration and support for platforms facilities management systems, university infrastructure, server administration. Analyze and configure network connections for specialized hardware devices
20% Specialized Desktop Hardware, Operating System and Application support
15% Information Security Support
10% Hardware Specifications
5% Technical Professional Development Remain current with appropriate technologies through research and self-study.
5% Other duties as assigned
Assists DFA IT Leadership on special projects as needed.
What We Require
This classification requires a basic foundation of knowledge in operating systems programs, maintenance, systems administration, and network systems that would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree, preferably in computer science, engineering mathematics, telecommunications or a related technical field, or equivalent technical training and/or experience.
What You Will Need
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Pay Method
Hourly
Pay Period
16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date
Last working day of the month
Min Salary
$27.15
Max Salary
$50.37
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/13549
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P05228CT
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
05/12/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
04/15/2025
Full Consideration Date
04/23/2025
Closing Date
04/28/2025
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / Internal
Special Instructions to Applicants
This is an Internal Employment Opportunity
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 4/23/2025. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.
Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).
PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact: Ben Wessel at ben.wessel@oregonstate.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
Position Information
Department
F&A Information & Tech (QFA)
Classification Title
Oper Systems-Network Analyst
Job Title
Operating System/Network Analyst 2 (Internal Employment Opportunity)
Appointment Type
Classified Staff
Job Location
Corvallis
Benefits Eligible
Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Yes
Employment Category
Regular
Job Summary
This is an Internal Employment Opportunity
This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Operating System/Network Analyst, competency level 2 position for the Division of Finance & Administration Information Technology (DFA IT) unit at Oregon State University (OSU).
The purpose of the DFA Operating System/Network Analyst 2 is to support the Vision and Mission of DFA information technology services by building, monitoring, supporting and managing servers, applications, databases, management consoles, interfaces, systems and software. To provide effective and timely support of departmental servers, applications and hardware, purchase computer hardware, manage inventories, manage long-term technology projects and work with other centralized technology support groups on the OSU campus. To provide support to the staff and management of DFA, ensuring that computer hardware, software and reporting needs are met. Analyze network and operating system configuration and security protocols.
OSU (Oregon State University) IT has a commitment to deliver data as a strategic working asset and to enable data informed decision making across OSU. DFA IT leaders and staff will lead by example and use data to inform decision making at all levels in the organization. Persons in technology roles are also expected to design systems with data portability in mind and work within enterprise architecture and privacy guidelines.
This position is an essential part of DFA IT, a team dedicated to supporting OSU and DFA functions, programs, and processes. DFA IT provides planning, IT solutions and critical information to meet the constantly evolving needs of a growing technology and communication ecosystem. Acting as a trusted partner, DFA IT aligns priorities with DFA, University Information and Technology and OSU's strategic plan to solve tough problems and prioritize and optimize work for the university. Learn more about DFA IT at: https://fa.oregonstate.edu/dfa-it
DFA IT has a deep commitment to and belief in the strength and value of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) both throughout our team and as an intentional and active practice to advance the vision, mission, and strategic efforts of the entire university. As a member of the DFA IT community, the person in this position is expected to foster and promote the values of DEI and demonstrate a commitment to inclusive excellence in their work.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
Top 1.4% university in the world
More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
217k+ alumni worldwide
For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
Retirement savings paid by the university.
A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
45% System Administration and Support
Specialized system administration and support for platforms facilities management systems, university infrastructure, server administration. Analyze and configure network connections for specialized hardware devices
- Network analysis and configuration for DFA supported systems
- Review and assist in process improvements for network and operating systems
- Implementation, installation, configuration, and maintenance of specialized systems
- Maintain and administrate databases for standalone SQL Server instances
- Serve as IT subject matter expert on procurement proposals for specialized system infrastructure
- Support new system implementation and configuration
- Assist departments in training staff and documenting specialized systems
- Serve as backup for building control systems and Energy Center Control stations software and hardware.
- Coordinate work with other campus IT groups for cross department projects.
- Coordination with departments and vendors to maintain and support third party and custom-built applications.
- Test and debugging custom applications, develop test plans, periodic review.
- Advise on security related technical issues within DFA
- Cross train colleagues to provide at least coverage on all systems.
- Utilize Enterprise Service Delivery systems to assign, track and close out issues in a timely manner.
- Configure, and tune operating systems for optimal and secure performance.
- Integrate operating systems with other systems.
- Determine system compatibility and performance, and impact of integration with new systems or upgrades.
- Evaluate the adequacy of controls and security measures
- Conduct virus avoidance procedures
- Research and evaluate network/systems, performance capacity, and compatibility with existing systems.
- Act as the technical liaison for network product or system vendors.
- Secure network resources from inappropriate access
- Assure compliance with industry regulations
20% Specialized Desktop Hardware, Operating System and Application support
- Telecom network and phone coordination for departments and projects for specialized systems such as alarms, Department of Public Safety Dispatch, etc.
- Printing and large format printing support
- Payment card terminal support and troubleshooting
15% Information Security Support
- Collaborate with stakeholders related to governance, risk, and compliance as it relates to network devices that support campus operations.
- Conduct risk assessment related to onboarding new networked equipment to ensure business needs and university risk tolerance are in alignment.
- Work closely with UIT partners to monitor, track, and remediate issues related to network devices that support campus operations.
- Make recommendations for network segmentation and security policies.
10% Hardware Specifications
- Requirements gathering, evaluation, and implementation of hardware and software solutions for department needs and application specifications.
5% Technical Professional Development Remain current with appropriate technologies through research and self-study.
5% Other duties as assigned
Assists DFA IT Leadership on special projects as needed.
What We Require
This classification requires a basic foundation of knowledge in operating systems programs, maintenance, systems administration, and network systems that would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree, preferably in computer science, engineering mathematics, telecommunications or a related technical field, or equivalent technical training and/or experience.
What You Will Need
- Commitment to contribute to a collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Requires excellent communications and troubleshooting skills. Knowledge and skills of computer technology and information systems.
- Experience and/or Exposure to risk assessments
- Must have the ability to lift up to 30 lbs. for short durations.
- Must routinely work in or visit campus job sites without ADA accessibility.
- It may also be required to work in and have access to all buildings at OSU, using a master key, therefore this position is required to successfully complete a criminal background check.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have
- Experience with network traffic analysis.
- Exposure and/or experience with CAD, large format printing, document scanning and SOL databases.
- Experience with PCI regulation compliance.
- Information Security Certification
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Pay Method
Hourly
Pay Period
16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date
Last working day of the month
Min Salary
$27.15
Max Salary
$50.37
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/13549
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P05228CT
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
05/12/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
04/15/2025
Full Consideration Date
04/23/2025
Closing Date
04/28/2025
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / Internal
Special Instructions to Applicants
This is an Internal Employment Opportunity
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 4/23/2025. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.
Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).
PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact: Ben Wessel at ben.wessel@oregonstate.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.