ABOUT THE COMPANY
The American University of Kuwait (AUK) is an independent, private, equal opportunity, and coeducational liberal arts institution of higher education. The educational, cultural, and administrative structure, methods and standards of AUK are based on the American model of higher learning. The language of instruction is English. Established by Amiri Decree 139 in 2003, AUK received its Institutional Accreditation from the Private Universities Council (PUC) – Ministry of Higher Education in the State of Kuwait, as of February 1, 2006. AUK offers students a quality education based on an American college model. The faculty, administration, and staff work hard to create a caring environment where every aspect of the student’s development gets attention and support. The course of study is designed to prepare students for the contemporary world where critical thinking, communication skills, and life-long learning have become imperative. The Liberal Arts education system aims not only to guide the students to fulfill their educational goals, but to also instill effective critical thinking skills that they can apply in their future careers in the fields of their choice. The AUK faculty is comprised of a highly qualified group of international academics experienced in the American style of higher education. There are over 123 faculty members at AUK, 92 percent of whom have earned PhDs or terminal degrees. With most class sizes ranging from 17 to 24 students, developing bonds between students and professors is easy.
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During their academic career at AUK, our students will be trained to improve their academic skills, time management skills, and learn stress reduction techniques. Our students will also find opportunities to gain professional experiences through our student employment program and internships, develop their creative talents and maintain their personal health and fitness through our extracurricular activities, and learn to become involved members of the community.
CURRENT OPENINGS
Network & Security Administrator
Scope and Purpose:
We are looking for a dedicated Network & Security Administrator to join our team at AUK. The ideal candidate will be responsible for configuring and maintaining network infrastructure, providing support for firewalls and security systems, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and assisting with IP telephony support. The Network & Security Administrator will also be involved in monitoring network performance, applying software and firmware updates, ensuring security compliance, and maintaining network documentation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Install, configure, and support network devices such as switches, routers, VLANs, and wireless access points.
- Assist in managing firewalls, endpoint protection, and intrusion prevention systems to enforce security policies.
- Configure VPN access, Wi-Fi authentication, and user access controls through identity services.
- Monitor network performance, resolve connectivity issues, and respond to incidents in collaboration with senior staff.
- Support the setup and maintenance of IP phone systems, voicemail, and call routing configurations.
- Perform routine updates to networking equipment and document changes for compliance.
- Follow security protocols for secure access, assist with vulnerability assessments, and maintain system logs.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Information technology and computing, Information Security, Networking, or a related field.
- Certification in Cisco (e.g., CCNA) is preferred.
- ITIL Foundation certification is preferred.
- Entry-level security certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+) is optional but beneficial.
Years of Experience:
- 2-4 years of experience in network or security administration in a structured IT environment.
- Advanced knowledge in SQL and programming.
- Oracle certified developers are preferred.
- Knowledge of Ellucian Banner and/or Explorance Blue systems is considered an added value.
- Fluency in both Arabic and English speaking, reading, and writing.
Skills/Abilities:
- Install, configure, and support network devices such as switches, routers, VLANs, and wireless access points.
- Assist in managing firewalls, endpoint protection, and intrusion prevention systems to enforce security policies.
- Configure VPN access, Wi-Fi authentication, and user access controls through identity services.
- Monitor network performance, resolve connectivity issues, and respond to incidents in collaboration with senior staff.
- Support the setup and maintenance of IP phone systems, voicemail, and call routing configurations.
- Proven experience in data cleaning, data accuracy checks, and quality assurance.
- Perform routine updates to networking equipment and document changes for compliance.
- Follow security protocols for secure access, assist with vulnerability assessments, and maintain system logs.
Required Competencies:
- Proficient in networking and security operations, including configuring network devices and applying security protocols.
- Skilled in troubleshooting LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, and VPN environments using diagnostic tools and standard operating procedures.
- Knowledge of security implementation, monitoring, and enforcement of IT security policies.
- Experience in supporting system integration with user devices, authentication systems, and enterprise applications.
- Ability to maintain accurate network documentation, perform patch management, and ensure compliance with institutional standards.
Behavioral Attributes:
- Demonstrates execution excellence with attention to detail and reliability in daily operations.
- Strong problem-solving skills, methodically troubleshooting technical issues and suggesting improvements.
- Responsive to support requests, incidents, and routine maintenance tasks with minimal delay.
- Collaborates effectively with colleagues and follows directions from senior administrators.
- Adaptable to learning new tools, technologies, and procedures in evolving technical environments.
- Service-oriented approach to resolving network-related support issues professionally and efficiently.
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Adjuncts – College of Arts and Sciences
Job Description
The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking qualified candidates for adjunct teaching positions in the following disciplines:
- Art & Graphic Design
- Arabic
- Foreign Languages
- Anthropology
- Communication & Media
- English composition
- History
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences
- Music & Drama
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- International Relations
- Psychology
- Intensive English
Teaching will occur in face-to-face course settings or in an online platform. Adjuncts are also expected to have knowledge of ways to instruct, manage, motivate, and evaluate students.
The position is for local residents in Kuwait only.
Qualifications
- Masters in a specified discipline from an accredited college or university.
- Commitment to teaching excellence is required. A minimum of two years of teaching experience in higher education is preferred.
The position is for local residents in Kuwait only.
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