At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and enhance the university's network and security systems while collaborating with IT teams.
- Company: Join the University of Bradford, a leader in social mobility and inclusion.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, family-friendly policies, and access to campus facilities.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to equality and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the university's tech landscape and drive improvements.
- Qualifications: Experience with LAN, Wi-Fi technologies, and relevant networking/security qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 53755 - 60504 £ per year.
At the University of Bradford, our focus is on creating the conditions for social, cultural, and economic impact. We are committed to social inclusion, expanding opportunity and enabling students to reach their potential, which has led to us topping the Social Mobility Index of English universities for the last two years. Our University Strategy sets out our ambitions for 2025 and is driven by our proud heritage, equality, diversity and inclusion.
The University of Bradford is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk through robust safer recruitment practices.
The IT Services team is committed to providing the best possible experience for staff and students, supporting a mix of diverse systems and solutions that the University depends on. By joining the team you can make a real difference.
What you will be doing:
You will be working within the Network and Security team to support the network and security systems within the University. You’ll work very closely with colleagues in the Infrastructure Team and other IT departments. Your responsibilities will include maintaining and monitoring existing systems and contributing to projects that enhance and upgrade our capability. We are looking for someone prepared to challenge the status quo, ask why, and help drive improvements and efficiencies.
Qualifications / Experience:
- Experience working in an environment with large‑scale LAN and Wi‑Fi technologies
- Experience with Aruba CX switching platform and Aruba AOS8 or AOS10 Wi‑Fi platforms
- Experience with large campus 'Next Generation' firewalls
- Experience with network authentication/802.1x and NAC solutions
- Relevant qualifications in networking and security (e.g. CCNP, CiSSP, ACSP)
- Experience with EDR technologies such as Microsoft Defender or Crowdstrike Falcon
In Return We Offer:
- 30 days holiday (Grade 8) and 13 statutory and customary days (taken at Easter and Christmas)
- Family‑friendly policies
- Access to campus facilities such as a unique fitness centre, eye clinic, physiotherapy & sports rehabilitation, counselling & mental health services, on‑site nursery, and food & drink outlets
- Generous employer contribution pension schemes – Universities Superannuation Scheme
- Benefit schemes including car leasing, cycle‑to‑work, holiday purchase, home & technology scheme, and shopping discounts
Equal Opportunity:
At the University of Bradford we accept people for who they are regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marital status, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation or socio‑economic background and whether you’re pregnant or on maternity leave. In line with the University's commitment to equality charters including Athena Swan, Race Equality Charter, Disability Confident and Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme, we welcome applications from people identifying with these characteristics. The University has a number of staff networks that provide peer support and safe spaces for staff who hold these and other identities.
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