Network Administrator & Cybersecurity Analyst, Information Technology Specialist 3

Job Details

Working Title: Network Administrator & Cybersecurity Analyst
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 3
Agency: Minnesota State

• Job ID: 96638
• Location: Winona, MN
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/01/2026
• Closing Date: 09/17/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / RedWing/Winona TC-Winona-MAPE
• Division/Unit: MnSCU Southeast Winona TC / MnSCU Southeast Winona TC Clas
• Appointment Type: Unlimited, Full-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 7:30am-4:00pm or 8:00am-4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Between campuses
• Salary Range: $33.96 - $55.83 / hourly; $70,908 - $116,573 / annually
• Job Class Option: Network
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

This position provides reliable, secure, productive, and convenient networked data sharing, printing, and communication services to faculty, staff, administrators, and students through the design, planning, installation, security, and maintenance of the College’s network systems and associated software. The position serves as a primary technical lead for network security and compliance, including implementation and operational support of security controls aligned with NIST 800-171, Minnesota State system security policies, and applicable legal and regulatory standards. The incumbent also assesses, maintains, and periodically upgrades cybersecurity controls and network infrastructure to ensure secure, compliant, and resilient operations.

Configure network equipment to provide secure and reliable network services

• Install and configure routers, switches, virtual private network equipment, other network equipment, as needed, following State of MN, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (Minnesota State), and standard industry guidelines and practices.
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend equipment and applications that will enhance the overall reliability or manageability of the network.
• Evaluate network security needs across all campus networks.
• Test and evaluate new network services and evaluate network and software security.
• Monitor network security through SIEM tools such as MDE, MDI, and Splunk to identify and resolve security network security issues.
• Configure and maintain internal firewalls and VPN devices.
• Evaluate and implement network security configurations that support compliance with NIST 800-171, Minnesota State security requirements, and industry best practices.
• Monitor network security through SIEM tools and respond to cybersecurity alerts.
• Implement secure configurations for routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN devices.

Design campus-wide network services that provide reliable and secure data services.

• Analyze college operations and procedures associated with network and data security.
• Identify network services needed to support college operations and changes to comply with data and network security policies and procedures.
• Identify the equipment and applications needed to best provide the identified services within the parameters outlined in policies and procedures.
• Conduct design reviews and risk assessments to ensure proposed solutions meet security, compliance, and operational requirements.
• Align network architecture with evolving cybersecurity standards and NIST control families.

Troubleshoot problems associated with network performance problems.

• Use diagnostics and forensic tools to identify security-related anomalies.
• Recommend preventive security measures to reduce recurring threats and vulnerabilities.

Protect reliable data backup services to protect against electronic data loss.

• Identify and evaluate all resources needed to backup server-based data and applications.
• Install and configure backup software.
• Establish and follow industry standard data backup procedures.
• Ensure the equipment and procedures operate adequately to restore all data in the event of a server failure or major disaster.
• Ensure backup procedures align with NIST guidelines and Minnesota State system requirements for data protection.

Monitor campus-wide network traffic and performance to ensure the design and configuration is functioning as expected.

• Establish and maintain a baseline of network performance for comparison during troubleshooting problems.
• Monitor network equipment logs to detect unauthorized attempts to access network resources.
• Monitor network performance and adjust network design and equipment configurations, as needed, to improve data flow performance and/or security.
• Patch systems as soon as vulnerabilities are known and patches become available.
• Lead or participate in incident response investigations in cooperation with Minnesota State IT Security.
• Monitor network services to ensure bandwidth provisions and other network compliance to the College's acceptable use policy.
• Report all security violations to supervisors and appropriate Minnesota State agencies.
• Conduct ongoing review of cybersecurity logs and correlated events through SIEM platforms.
• Participate in incident response activities with Minnesota State IT Security.

Establish and maintain all documentation necessary to allow the maintenance and restoration of all network services in the network administrator's absence.

• Establish documentation relating to network services to include equipment specifications and configurations, software license and registration information, campus-wide network designs, including diagrams, as appropriate, resource locations and installation procedures, referencing technical or user manuals, as appropriate, any customizations and configuration details and system-level passwords or other security information needed to access all network equipment.
• Maintain system documentation that supports audits, NIST compliance reviews, and security assessments.

Maintain currency In Industry trends and developments and other duties as assigned.

• Maintain currency in industry trends and developments in the area of network equipment, monitoring, and troubleshooting strategies.
• Monitor and resolve Help Desk tickets and walk-in IT Assist Southeast Information technology
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.
• Maintain awareness of evolving cybersecurity threats and mitigation strategies.
• Analyze incident patterns and recommend corrective actions.

Qualifications

Application Details

How to Apply

To view the full job posting and to apply please go to: https://minnstate.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/Red-Wing/Network-Administrator-Cybersecurity-Analyst-Information-Technology-Spec-3_JR0000005618

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Alecia Spagnoletti at alecia.spagnoletti@southeastmn.edu or 507-453-2676.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Alecia Spagnoletti at alecia.spagnoletti@soutehastmn.edu.

About Minnesota State

Minnesota State College Southeast is an open-access, public, not-for-profit comprehensive technical and community college. Our campuses are located in the historic river towns of Red Wing and Winona, set sixty miles apart along the Mississippi. The two campuses have distinctive characteristics but are one college in structure, policies, procedures, and mission. Both campuses offer small class sizes, state-of-the-art facilities, and an environment that is friendly and supportive.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.