What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network & Communications Analyst, Instructional and Information Technology Services position at California State University San Marcos?
Job Overview
Network Operations Team manages the design, implementation, operation and maintenance of the campus network infrastructure including both wired and wireless connectivity.
Incumbent is responsible for independently designing, implementing, and maintaining the campus network infrastructure and relevant network operations supporting systems. This includes, but is not limited to, the campus WAN connectivity, data centers hosted on and off premises, campus wired and wireless network infrastructure, and remote sites. Incumbent coordinates with CSU system wide entities, campus departments, and groups within IITS to ensure that the network is designed, implemented, and operated in an efficient, secure, and effective way. Incumbent is responsible for assessing the integration requirements and identifying the vendor responsibilities for the provision of products and services. Incumbent recommends and integrates network management tools, as well as designs and implements custom tools and scripts to assist in network management. Incumbent troubleshoots complex network problems and independently develops solutions to network configuration and integration issues. Incumbent is also responsible for running diagnostics to forecast performance thresholds and to resolve Physical, Datalink and Network layer conflicts with campus voice/data network systems and the protocols they use.
Position Summary
Network and Communications Analyst II
This is a full-time, exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period.
For a complete list of responsibilities and required qualifications, please review the position description linked at the top of the page.
Pay, Benefits, And Work Schedule
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $6,492 - $7,914 per month (step 1 - step 11)
CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,492 - $9,458 per month
Salary is commensurate with the background and experience of the individual selected.
This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year; 14 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.
A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by visiting our Benefits Portal . The CSU Total Compensation Calculator demonstrates the significance of the benefits package.
California State University San Marcos
A mid-size university located in San Diego's vibrant North County, we are dedicated to service, innovation, leadership and student success. We have an attentive faculty and state-of-the-art facilities which offer our students hundreds of opportunities to learn, lead, play and serve.
California State University San Marcos is a new kind of university, pushing the boundaries of innovation to prepare tomorrow's leaders, build stronger communities and solve pressing issues.
Cutting-edge research meets hands-on application at our campus and in the real world.
Application Process
This position is open until filled. For assurance of full consideration, please submit application, cover letter and resume by 11:59pm on April 20, 2026.
Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or testing process due to a disability recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/CA Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) should notify the Office of Human Resources at (760) 750-4418 or e-mail: hr@csusm.edu .
Supplemental Information
Following a conditional offer of employment, satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at https://www.csusm.edu/clery/annualreports.html .
Pursuant to the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy, as of January 1, 2022, the California State University is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
California State University San Marcos is not a sponsoring agent for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B visas).
Network Operations Team manages the design, implementation, operation and maintenance of the campus network infrastructure including both wired and wireless connectivity.
Incumbent is responsible for independently designing, implementing, and maintaining the campus network infrastructure and relevant network operations supporting systems. This includes, but is not limited to, the campus WAN connectivity, data centers hosted on and off premises, campus wired and wireless network infrastructure, and remote sites. Incumbent coordinates with CSU system wide entities, campus departments, and groups within IITS to ensure that the network is designed, implemented, and operated in an efficient, secure, and effective way. Incumbent is responsible for assessing the integration requirements and identifying the vendor responsibilities for the provision of products and services. Incumbent recommends and integrates network management tools, as well as designs and implements custom tools and scripts to assist in network management. Incumbent troubleshoots complex network problems and independently develops solutions to network configuration and integration issues. Incumbent is also responsible for running diagnostics to forecast performance thresholds and to resolve Physical, Datalink and Network layer conflicts with campus voice/data network systems and the protocols they use.
Position Summary
Network and Communications Analyst II
This is a full-time, exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period.
For a complete list of responsibilities and required qualifications, please review the position description linked at the top of the page.
Pay, Benefits, And Work Schedule
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $6,492 - $7,914 per month (step 1 - step 11)
CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,492 - $9,458 per month
Salary is commensurate with the background and experience of the individual selected.
This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year; 14 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.
A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by visiting our Benefits Portal . The CSU Total Compensation Calculator demonstrates the significance of the benefits package.
California State University San Marcos
A mid-size university located in San Diego's vibrant North County, we are dedicated to service, innovation, leadership and student success. We have an attentive faculty and state-of-the-art facilities which offer our students hundreds of opportunities to learn, lead, play and serve.
California State University San Marcos is a new kind of university, pushing the boundaries of innovation to prepare tomorrow's leaders, build stronger communities and solve pressing issues.
Cutting-edge research meets hands-on application at our campus and in the real world.
Application Process
This position is open until filled. For assurance of full consideration, please submit application, cover letter and resume by 11:59pm on April 20, 2026.
Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or testing process due to a disability recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/CA Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) should notify the Office of Human Resources at (760) 750-4418 or e-mail: hr@csusm.edu .
Supplemental Information
Following a conditional offer of employment, satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at https://www.csusm.edu/clery/annualreports.html .
Pursuant to the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy, as of January 1, 2022, the California State University is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
California State University San Marcos is not a sponsoring agent for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B visas).
Salary : $6,492 - $7,914