SGA is seeking a
technically strong Network Administrator & HW/Desktop Support for a
Full-Time assignment with one of our premier
Wholesale Distribution clients in
Elmsford, NY. On-site, 5 days/week, 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM
The company is a family-owned, rapidly growing wholesale distributor with over 60 branches across the U.S. and Canada. Their culture is people-first, innovative, integrity-driven, and partnership-oriented. The company is seeking a proactive, technically strong Network Administrator to support their corporate office and remote branches, ensuring reliable IT services for 350+ users and their peripherals.
Position Overview: The Network Administrator will provide first-line support for HQ and 50+ branch offices, handling network, hardware, telephony, and end-user support. This role requires a self-starter with excellent troubleshooting skills, the ability to prioritize urgent issues, and a strong customer service mindset. The role will involve resolving issues, assisting with ongoing Windows 11 upgrades, and maintaining IT infrastructure reliability.
Key Responsibilities: - Provide tier 1 and tier 2 support for desktops, laptops, printers, mobile devices, AVAYA phone systems, network devices (routers, switches, firewalls), and peripherals.
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues across HQ and branch offices, including LAN topologies and IPsec VPN tunneling.
- Support Active Directory, user and group management, VPN, and remote access tools.
- Interface with ISPs, networking vendors, and third-party service providers as needed.
- Escalate complex issues appropriately and prioritize daily workload based on urgency and impact.
- Assist with Windows 11 deployment and ongoing upgrades across multiple sites.
- Install, update, monitor, and repair PCs, laptops, and peripherals as required.
- Maintain IT inventory, asset tagging, and detailed documentation of configurations, vendor activities, and support procedures.
- Research and recommend innovative or automated approaches to system administration tasks.
- Use ticketing software (e.g., Freshdesk) to track and manage IT support requests efficiently.
- Occasionally work outside normal hours to support users or critical updates.
- Work independently, demonstrate a proactive can-do attitude, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements: - Proven experience supporting multisite businesses or multiple branch office locations.
- Strong proficiency in Windows 10/11, Microsoft Office 365, and end-user support.
- Experience with networking concepts, including routers, switches, LAN topologies, IPsec VPN tunneling, DHCP, DNS, firewalls, and connectivity troubleshooting.
- Hardware configuration and troubleshooting: PCs, laptops, printers, and peripheral devices.
- Experience supporting telephony systems, preferably AVAYA.
- Familiarity with ticketing systems such as Freshdesk or similar.
- Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical users.
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Flexibility to work occasional off-hours to support users during critical updates.
- Customer service-oriented, able to prioritize workflow and manage ~20 support issues daily.
- Comfortable working in a family-oriented culture that values people, innovation, integrity, and partnership.
Preferred Qualifications: - Experience supporting wholesale distribution companies.
- Knowledge of file sharing, permissions, SharePoint, and Office 365 administration.
- Virtualized environment experience (VMware, Hyper-V).
- CompTIA A+, Network+, or Microsoft certifications a plus.
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .
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