IT Network Administrator

Description

The IT Network Administrator is responsible for overseeing an organization’s computer systems or database networks to ensure proper maintenance and security. Their duties include working with other IT staff and company employees to identify network or computer system needs, overseeing the installation of new hardware or software and using employee feedback to isolate issues.

Duties and responsibilities ;

Pay range- $85k to $115k/Yearly - DOE

• Installing and configuring network hardware and software
• Creating and managing network users, user environment, directories, and security
• Maintaining, repairing and upgrading network and server systems
• Monitoring network performance to determine whether adjustments need to be made
• Ensuring network connectivity throughout an organization’s LAN/WAN infrastructure is on par with technical considerations
• Maintaining firewalls, virtual private networks, web protocols, and email security programs
• Resolving network-related issues reported by users
• Implementing and maintaining disaster recovery solutions
• Training network staff to provide support
• Developing and maintaining network performance records and logs
• Perform related and/or other duties as required.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a  IT Network Administrator or similar role in the IT field.
• Experience with network protocols and network management systems.
• Familiarity with operating systems, internet security and data privacy principles.
• Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds network tools).
• Ability to set up and configure server hardware.
• Understanding of complex information and requirements.
• Professional certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Network+ are a plus.
• BSc degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or relevant field.