R&E Networking Employment Opportunties

Posted Location Position Description
03/16/23 remote Executive Director – Great Plains Network (GPN)

Executive Director (ED) General Responsibilities include: leading the consortium members and their leadership in the development and implementation of a strategic vision for GPN; directing consortium business, including strategic and tactical planning, business and financial management, and Executive Council support, especially in collaboration with the Chair on strategic issues; and representing GPN in national advanced networking initiatives, including Internet2, The Quilt, and other regional and national efforts, among other duties.

03/16/23 Pennsylvania; hybrid/remote Keystone REN LLC Executive Director – KINBER

Keystone REN, LLC, Lititz, PA, is a newly formed, wholly owned subsidiary of KINBER (Keystone Initiative for Network Based Education and Research) – a Pennsylvania based non-profit corporation, that provides broadband connectivity, fosters collaboration, and promotes the innovative use of digital technologies throughout the state. The driving focus of Keystone REN is to advance research and education networks and bring connectivity to underserved areas, empowering communities across the state.

Keystone REN is seeking an Executive Director to provide hands-on executive leadership to this mission driven, startup, nonprofit organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the overall leadership of the organization and reports to a Board of Managers. A visionary, results-oriented individual, the Executive Director will work closely with KINBER, establish the Keystone REN brand, build a sustainable organization, and create an ecosystem of connectivity and other services to community partners. The ability to build relationships, drive revenue, provide financial acumen and ensure efficient business operations are essential to the role. A successful Executive Director will ensure a culture of collaboration, teamwork, flexibility, and accountability.

02/28/23 Orlando, Florida Director of Services and Pre-sales Engineering – FLR

Florida LambdaRail, LLC, Florida’s independent statewide research and education network (FLR), is expanding and is now seeking qualified applicants for a Director of Services and Pre-sales Engineering. Duties include: managing all network and network service-related vendor, service providers, and participant relationships and accounts; managing FLR’s Indefeasible Right to Use (IRU) fiber contract(s); and establishing and maintaining contracts for “last mile” circuits where FLR is the customer of record.

02/28/23 Orlando, Florida Chief Business Development Officer – FLR

Florida LambdaRail, LLC, Florida’s independent statewide research and education network (FLR), is expanding and is now seeking qualified applicants for a Chief Business Development Officer. Duties include: developing and implementing three (3) year business and marketing plans for potential clients; employing a business development and marketing plan with enabling programs and strategies to meet company revenue growth targets; and maintaining and promoting relationships and business with potential and existing customers, among other responsibilities.

02/27/23 Morgantown, WV Executive Director – WVNET

WVNET is seeking a new Executive Director to lead the agency’s strategic planning and policy development, oversee budget, personnel, and serve as an advisor to the state higher education central office about education technology and information systems. The Executive Director determines WVNET’s priorities based on customer, agency, statewide higher education goals and technology initiatives (i.e., broadband advancement).  The Executive Director reports to the Executive Vice Chancellor of Administration for the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (Commission).  The Executive Director position is located in Morgantown, WV and is not available for 100% remote work.

02/27/23 Lawrence, KS Executive Director / President – KanRen

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director / President will have strategic and operational responsibility for KanREN administration, staff, programs, and execution of its mission. Duties include: governing the overall administration, operations, and programs of the corporation and reporting results to the board of directors; developing current and long-term organizational and strategic plans and objectives to fulfill the organization’s mission; and developing strategic opportunities at the state, regional, and federal levels among other responsibilities.

02/10/23 Oklahoma City, OK Senior Software Engineer – OneNet

Perform a full range of analysis and software engineering / development to support OSRHE operations. Lead the design and implementation of secure software engineering architecture and standards. Perform troubleshooting and restoration of custom and third party applications / systems. Coordinate with external developers and vendors on custom applications and systems. Duties include: participating in all phases of the software development life cycle including the analysis, design, coding, testing, documentation, code review, and implementation of computer interfaces, applications, and systems; leading the creation of architecture, specifications, recommendations, business rules, and plans for the development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of secure applications/systems; and coordinating with OSRHE security team to ensure that security is an integral aspect of all application architecture, development, and integration activities, among other responsibilities.

01/13/23 Oklahoma City, OK Strategic Communications Intern – OneNet

Paid, temporary, internship position (no benefits or leave accrual) in the OneNet Communications Department for the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. Position is part-time (up to 19 hours per week for 12 months or 29 hours per week for 33 weeks, no more than 999 hours per year), no benefits or leave accrual. Position will pay $16.00 – $18.00 per hour based on experience and skill set. Position may be permitted to telework on temporary basis if/when the State Regents’ office is closed to the public during normal business hours. Duties include: researching and write feature stories, case studies, employee spotlights and customer spotlights for OneNet’s website and the Council on Information Technology website; assisting with maintaining websites utilizing WordPress; and developing content and new strategies for OneNet’s social media presence, among other responsibilities.

01/13/23 Oklahoma City, OK Graphic Design Intern – OneNet

Paid, temporary, internship position (no benefits or leave accrual) in the OneNet Communications Department for the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. Position is part-time (up to 19 hours per week for 12 months or 29 hours per week for 33 weeks, no more than 999 hours per year), no benefits or leave accrual. Position will pay $16.00 – $18.00 per hour based on experience and skill set. Position may be permitted to telework on temporary basis if/when the State Regents’ office is closed to the public during normal business hours. Duties include: utilizing Adobe Creative Suite to design digital and/or print graphics for social media, websites and publications; updating existing materials with current branding and graphic standards; and following branding guidelines to ensure consistency across all communications, among other responsibilities.

01/09/23 Ann Arbor Campus, Ann Arbor, MI Merit Network President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Merit Network, Inc., seeks a President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to provide visionary and collaborative leadership for the nation’s longest-running regional research and education network. The President and CEO of Merit will provide exemplary leadership to develop and execute strategy in partnership with stakeholders to optimize value to Merit members.  The President and CEO will represent Merit to its Members, to the State of Michigan and nationally, and will nurture its leadership position among regional and national networking and information technology peers.

12/01/22 Oklahoma City, OK Network Support Engineer

Provide customer service/technical support for OneNet’s statewide Internet services. Responsibilities include Tier 2 support for the OneNet Helpdesk for network-related issues, among other duties.

12/01/22 Oklahoma City, OK Systems Support Server Administrator

Install, secure, administer, and optimize agency applications, servers and related components. Assist with and facilitate systems related activities performed by server administrators and other IT / OneNet technical staff. Assist the Chief Information and Security Officer (CISO) and other IT / OneNet management team members with the oversight and management of the physical and logical security, integrity, and safety of the data center/server farm.

12/01/22 Oklahoma City, OK Network Technician – OneNet

This individual will provide field network technical support through OneNet Statewide Network. This individual will be responsible for set up of new clients on the network as well as provide technical support for existing clients and perform maintenance tasks on network equipment.

12/01/22 Oklahoma City, OK Senior Software Engineer

Perform a full range of analysis and software engineering / development to support OSRHE operations. Lead the design and implementation of secure software engineering architecture and standards. Perform troubleshooting and restoration of custom and third party applications / systems. Coordinate with external developers and vendors on custom applications and systems.

12/01/22 Remote and/or Hybrid residing in Oklahoma Senior Network Architect – OneNet

Lead customer service / technical support for OneNet’s statewide Internet services. The position actively supports router / switch installations, modifications and upgrades, among other duties. A successful candidate must have the capability to plan, design, install and implement a variety of network infrastructures.

11/10/22 Lititz, Penn. Executive Director – Keystone REN (KINBER subsidiary)

Keystone REN, LLC, Lititz, PA, is a newly formed, wholly owned subsidiary of KINBER (Keystone Initiative for Network Based Education and Research) – a Pennsylvania based non-profit corporation, that provides broadband connectivity, fosters collaboration, and promotes the innovative use of digital technologies throughout the state. Keystone REN is seeking an Executive Director to provide hands-on executive leadership to this mission driven, startup, nonprofit organization. For more information and to apply: https://northgroupconsultants.com/jobs

10/05/22 Oklahoma City, OK Systems Support Server Administrator II – OneNet / OSRHE

Install, secure, administer, and optimize agency applications, servers and related components. Assist with and facilitate systems related activities performed by server administrators and other IT / OneNet technical staff. Assist the Chief Information and Security Officer (CISO) and other IT / OneNet management team members with the oversight and management of the physical and logical security, integrity, and safety of the data center/server farm.

08/09/22 Research Triangle Park, NC Senior Network Architect – MCNC

MCNC, via its wholly-owned state-of-the-art fiber and DWDM-based optical/IP/MPLS network, NCREN, supports North Carolina public K-12 schools, North Carolina public and private universities and colleges, North Carolina community colleges, healthcare, libraries, state and local government, non-profit organizations, and public safety, among others. We’ve created a dynamic work environment designed to provide our employees the freedom and support they need to achieve great things for the citizens of North Carolina and for their own future. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary and an industry-leading comprehensive benefits package. This position reports to the Director of Network Architecture and Management/Chief Network Architect, NCREN.

06/13/22 Oklahoma City, OK Network Technician – OneNet / OSRHE

This individual will provide field network technical support through OneNet Statewide Network. This individual will be responsible for set up of new clients on the network as well as provide technical support for existing clients and perform maintenance tasks on network equipment.

02/14/22 Oklahoma City, OK Applications System Analyst – OneNet / OSRHE

Perform a full range of analysis and software development to support OSRHE operations.  Assist with the troubleshooting, maintenance, and restoration of custom and third-party applications / systems.