Job ID: 1442
Closing Date: 15/10/2025

You will be part of our multiskilled Network Operations team with a focus on supporting the day to day operations and modernisation of the University network.  This includes wired and wireless networking, UPS provision and networking services.

You will have an in depth knowledge of data networks, both wired and wireless with experience of supporting Cisco based networking infrastructure within an organisation.  Previous experience with Cisco management platforms such as Prime or DNA/Catalyst Centre would be advantageous. You will have a passion for technology and a desire to develop your skills further. An effective communicator, you will use this skill to ensure the delivery of excellent customer service.   You will enjoy working as part of a team and value the knowledge sharing this brings while also being capable of taking ownership and progressing your own areas of work.  

Within Network Services we are undertaking a multi-year programme of network transformation across the University estate.  This will be an exciting period within the team with opportunities to learn, develop and get hands on with enterprise networking technologies.

Our vision and strategic plan

We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision 

What we offer

• A minimum of 38 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.
• Generous pension scheme.
• A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
• A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).
• Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
• A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes.
• A range of generous family-friendly policies
  • paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies
  • support for those going through the menopause
  • paid time off and support for fertility treatment
  • and more.

More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits 

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.

Criminal record

A basic DBS check will be needed for this role. More details on the checks can be found on the Government website: gov.uk/criminal-record-checks-apply-role 

Possession of a criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment at the University of Sheffield. We recognise the value of steady employment in the rehabilitation process and examine each case in its own right. More information can be found on our Information for candidates page:- sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/candidates