Networking Systems Specialist II Job Listing at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, NY (Job ID R-20040)

Description

Title: Networking Systems Specialist II

Job Type:

Regular Company: Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division Department: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Weekly Hours: 40

FTE:

1 Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Networking Systems Specialist II to join our IT Infrastructure team. This role is ideal for a seasoned senior network technician with deep experience in supporting large-scale enterprise LAN and WLAN networks—particularly with Juniper and Arista at the access layer, and Mist wireless deployments. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in the Juniper Mist Portal, Arista CloudVision, and a strong understanding of Network Access Control (NAC) using Cisco ISE.
As a Networking Systems Specialist II, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining our campus LAN and WLAN infrastructure. You'll work alongside senior-level staff to configure, implement, monitor, and troubleshoot access layer switching and wireless technologies. A primary responsibility will be resolving incidents and work orders, requiring strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deploy, manage, and support Juniper, Arista, and Cisco access layer switches, as well as Mist wireless access points (APs)
• Perform administrative tasks using Arista CloudVision and the Juniper Mist Portal for centralized visibility and automation
• Configure switch ports—including VLANs, trunking, and port security—to support wireless APs and other network devices
• Handle adds, moves, and changes in network configurations to support evolving organizational needs
• Provide Level 3 support for LAN and WLAN endpoint connectivity issues
• Maintain accurate documentation, network diagrams, standards, and operational runbooks
• Participate in an on-call rotation and provide support during network incidents and escalations

Salary range is $100,636 to $122,749. Qualifications: Required Education and Experience

1. Master's degree and the equivalent of four (4) years of full-time experience in computer system hardware, operating systems and software, enterprise networking or computer systems security as it relates to technology used at the organization; or
2. Bachelor's degree and the equivalent of four (4) years of full-time experience as a Network Systems Specialist I at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; or
3. Bachelor's degree and the equivalent of six (6) years of full-time experience in computer system hardware, operating systems and software, enterprise networking or computer systems security as it relates to technology used at the organization; or
4. Associates degree and the equivalent of eight (8) years of full‐time experience in computer system hardware, operating systems and software, enterprise networking or computer systems security as it relates to technology used at the organization; or
5. High School Diploma or High School equivalency Diploma and the equivalent of ten (10) years of full‐time experience in computer system hardware, operating systems and software, enterprise networking or computer systems security as it relates to technology used at the organization.

NOTE:
Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.

• Preferred Qualifications:
• 5+ years of experience in campus network environments, with a focus on access layer technologies and security
• Strong knowledge of Arista and Juniper access layer switches, and Mist wireless, including experience with CloudVision and the Juniper Mist Portal
• Deep understanding of Layer 1 deployment and topologies, and Layer 2 protocols such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and SNMP
• Working knowledge of 802.1X, RADIUS, NAC, and certificate-based authentication mechanisms, with experience managing these via Cisco ISE
• Strong troubleshooting skills with a proven ability to resolve complex, multi-layered issues in campus network environments
• Excellent documentation, communication, and collaboration skills
• Experience working with ServiceNow, with an understanding of change management processes
• Certifications such as Arista ACE, Cisco CCNP, Juniper JNCIA, or equivalent experience are a plus

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual's relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org  and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Grant Funding

This is a grant-funded position.  Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables is required.

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Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division participates in the E-Verify program.

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