Network Administrator

  • Springfield, MA
  • Posted 25 days ago | Updated 5 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 38.00 - 44.00 per hour
Full Time

Skills

VMware vSphere
Microsoft Windows Server
Cisco Nexus
Cisco UCS
Palo Alto
Citrix
Microsoft Office
IBM
Storage
IT Management
Wireless Networking
Switches
VoIP
Virtual Private Network
Intrusion Detection
Business Continuity Planning
Computer Hardware
Disaster Recovery
Operating Systems
Database
Servers
Management
Vendor Development
Project Management
Documentation
Network
Hardware Installation
Technical Writing
Regulatory Compliance
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Communication
Information Technology
Network Security
Effective Communication
Firewall
Routers
Active Directory
Cisco
LAN
Finance
Accounting
Marketing
Legal
Customer Support
Online Training
Artificial Intelligence
Insurance
.NET

Job Details

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Support the following core technologies: VMware vSphere, Microsoft Windows Servers, Cisco Nexus, Cisco Catalyst, Cisco UCS, Palo Alto, Citrix, Office 365, IBM servers, and storage.

Work with cross-functional teams including IT, Management, and consultants in the design and implementation of information technology that meets stated business objectives and service levels.

Analyze, recommend, and evaluate new technologies including hardware, software, and communications products for network compatibility and applicability.

Assist in the design, deployment, and maintenance of corporate LANs, WANs, and wireless networks including servers, routers, switches, VoIP, power systems, and other hardware.

Assist in the planning, design, and implementation of security systems and their associated software, including firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection systems, and anti-virmalware software.

Test new technologies and proposed changes to current infrastructure in a zero-impact lab environment.

Receive and respond to incoming calls, pages, and/or e-mails regarding network connectivity problems and respond to emergency network outages in accordance with business continuity procedures.

Perform preventative and fault isolation maintenance on the local and wide area networks.

Perform advanced diagnostics and maintenance on all network hardware assets while troubleshooting end-user devices when additional expertise is required.

Design and implement disaster recovery plans for operating systems, databases, networks, servers, and software applications.

Assume contractual management responsibilities by assisting in requests for proposals/quotes, vendor selection, and contract monitoring.

Participate in the development of system standards, short and long-term goals, project management, and strategic directions.

Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network hardware, configuration, processes, and service records.

Develop, maintain, and update a library of technical documentation

Design and implement appropriate IT metrics and compliance controls.

Assist co-workers engaged in problem-solving, monitoring, and installing data communication equipment and software.

Participate in on-call rotation to ensure 24/7 operations of all critical systems.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in an Information Technology field or equivalent technical experience related to systems, networking, security and communications in a corporate environment preferred.

5+ years of relevant hands-on experience.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Requirements

Firewall Technologies, Cisco Routers, Active Directory, Cisco Networking, LAN - Local Area Network

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