Director of Enterprise Networks

Director of Enterprise Networks Job

ID2958934

Business UnitNorth Dakota State University Location Fargo Posted04/23/2026 Full/Part TimeFull-Time DepartmentEnterprise Computing & Infrast Close Date05/06/2026

Position Information Description & Details:

North Dakota State University seeks a Director of Enterprise Networks. The Director is responsible for the network engineering group and will oversee all fiber/copper network infrastructure operations and design for NDSU.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage the Enterprise Networks group with operational responsibility for both the internal and external fiber/copper plant management, logical and physical design of the campus network, including all equipment needed to provide wired and wireless connectivity.
• Supervise and direct the review and analysis of network traffic operations to anticipate and improve performance, capacity, and security requirements.
• Review and analyze network traffic and operations and develop recommendations to improve performance, capacity, and security.
• Provide detailed technical counsel and expertise, and serve as a resource regarding all aspects of networking to leadership and the university.
• Provide leadership and vision for general and high-performance networking in support of NDSU's academic and research activities.
• Create, refine, and implement procedures and policies based on academic and industry best practices.
• Plan, assign, and review work related to all operational aspects of the Enterprise Networks group and ensure service levels and objectives are met.

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm (or official university business hours); some overtime and travel may be required Some remote work may be possible.

Hiring Range:

$100,000-$125,000+ DOE Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7 years of advanced networking design and management experience.
• 5 years of management experience.
• Experience with equipment vendor contract negotiation.
• Demonstrated ability of providing excellent customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and exercise initiative and judgement to make critical operational decisions.
• Knowledge of network protocols (TCP, UDP, IP).
• Knowledge of the design and deployment of communications infrastructure.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
• Demonstrated project management abilities.
• Ability to provide required services within reasonable resource and financial constraints.
• Bachelor's degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in engineering, computer science, or closely-related discipline.
• 10 years experience in designing, configuring, and maintaining enterprise-class networks.
• 10 years management experience.
• High level of knowledge of industry best practices, technologies, and their applicability to a higher education research environment.
• Direct experience with telecommunications design, installation, and maintenance.
• Experience in or working with higher education

Applicant Materials Required:

Please provide a resume, cover letter addressing each of the minimum qualifications, and three professional references with contact information. Our commitment to caring for our employees isn't just words—it's proven. In NDSU's most recent Gallup Engagement Survey, our strengths centered on care and development. "My supervisor, or someone at work, cares about me as a person" and "I have the opportunities to learn and grow", were noted as top drivers. This reflects the culture you'll experience here.

NDSU OFFERS OUTSTANDING BENEFITS!

Join a workplace that invests in your well-being, your future, and your success. Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: Health & Wellness 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for single and family coverage Choice of PPO/Basic or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA Coverage begins the first of the month after your hire date Wellness incentives for healthy lifestyle participation Exceptional Retirement Plan Employer retirement contributions ranging from 7.5% up to an impressive 12.26%, depending on position (One of the strongest retirement packages in the region!) - Your future is a priority, and it shows. Time Away & Support Generous annual leave, sick leave, and 10 paid holidays Employee Assistance Program for confidential support Supportive work-life balance Education Benefits That Grow With You Tuition waivers for employees (up to three classes per calendar year) 50% tuition waiver for spouse/partner and dependents Additional Optional Benefits Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Care Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care) Supplemental Retirement Plans

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NDSU About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment. NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country. NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live. NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Direct inquiries to:

Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, ndsu.eoaa@ndsu.edu.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

Veteran's Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information:

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.