Network Administrator

Description

Position Description Summary/Purpose:

The Network Administrator will maintain a reliable, secure and efficient data communications network. The ideal candidate will be able to deploy, configure, maintain and monitor all active network equipment in order to ensure smooth network operation.

 

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Troubleshoots a wide variety of issues using various network and server related troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark, PRTG Network Monitor.
• Provides second/third level support to Help Desk.
• Creates, reads and interprets various IT documents using such applications as Visio, Excel, etc.
• Works closely with various groups such as students, staff, management and vendors.
• Evaluates needs and requirements of new hardware and software and communicates results to interested parties.
• Participates in on-call schedule for after hour issues.
• Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.

 

Other Functions:

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
• Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.

 

Knowledge, Ability and Skill:

• Thorough understanding of network and routing protocols including but not limited to TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, OSPF, SMTP, NFS.
• Knowledge of network security both internally and on the perimeter, prefer knowledge of Palo Alto, Fortinet firewall products and Zero Trust configurations.
• Knowledgeable with HPE networking hardware, software configurations, maintenance and monitoring of switching, routing and Aruba wireless networks
• The ability to work with SAN technologies, prefer HPE hardware experience in both an iSCSI and Fiber Channel environments
• The ability to troubleshoot a wide variety of issues and the ability to use various network and server related troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark, PRTG Network Monitor.
• Knowledgeable in VoIP and traditional telephony and related technology such as SIP.
• A working knowledge of MS SQL Server.
• Must be able to time manage more than one project or crisis at a time
• Strong diagnostic, evaluation and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to create, read and interpret various IT documents using such applications as Visio, Excel, etc.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2- 3 years of network experience
• Project management experience a plus

 

Physical and Mental Requirements: 

Work Environment None       Under 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Outdoor Weather ConditionsX   Work with fumes or airborne particlesX   Work near moving mechanical partsX   Risk of electrical shockX   VibrationX   

 

Physical Activity None       Under 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Standing                                                X  Walking  X Sitting   XTalking & Hearing   XUsing hands/fingers to handle/feel   XClimbing or balancing X  Bending, pulling, pushing X  Driving X   

 

Lifting RequirementsNone      Under 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Up to 10 pounds                                    X  Up to 25 pounds X  Up to 50 pounds X  Up to 75 poundsX   Up to 100 poundsX   Over 100 poundsX   

 

Vision Requirements:

  X         Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)

            Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)

           Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)

           Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or

           left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)

           Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and

           spatial relationships)

___     No special vision requirements

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance 
• 401k employer match
• Employee & dependent life insurance
• Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
• PTO program

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)