Network Administrator

Network Administrator | Albany, NY Area

Local candidates only

Key Responsibilities

Network and Infrastructure

• Maintain and support network equipment across central and remote locations (firewalls, switches, wireless, security filters, cameras)
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues
• Manage WAN and VPN connectivity (Cisco AnyConnect, Microsoft Remote Desktop Services)
• Support physical infrastructure including cabling and hardware installation

Server and Systems Administration

• Manage Windows Server environments including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy
• Maintain Hyper-V cluster environments and SAN storage systems
• Administer file systems, print servers, antivirus and EDR platforms
• Perform backups, restores, replication, and offsite storage rotation
• Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning

User Support and Workstation Management

• Maintain desktops with patches, updates, and new software deployments
• Resolve end user technical issues quickly and professionally
• Manage users and devices across Active Directory and Microsoft 365
• Support Microsoft Teams and SharePoint environments

Cybersecurity and Compliance

• Support compliance with NIST 800-171 for government contract requirements
• Monitor system logs and security alerts
• Manage user access controls and authentication policies
• Strengthen endpoint security and vulnerability management
• Conduct risk assessments and support IT security policy compliance

Additional Responsibilities

• Manage VoIP systems including user setup, routing, and voicemail administration
• Provide support across multiple locations

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field preferred

Certifications (Preferred)

• Microsoft Azure Administrator
• CompTIA Network+ or Security+
• Cisco CCNA

Technical Experience

• 5+ years supporting Microsoft server and desktop environments
• Strong networking knowledge including VLANs, switching, and firewall management
• Hyper-V virtualization and cluster storage
• DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy
• SQL basics