**Position Summary: **We are seeking a skilled and motivated Network Administrator to join our dynamic IT team. As a key player in our organization, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, administration, security, and support of our network environments across the company. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies and be integral in ensuring our network systems are secure, efficient, and resilient.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain network hardware and software
• Administer network and telecommunication systems following ITIL best practices for Change Management
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for network and telecommunication system architecture, processes, and procedures
• Coordinate with vendors, including data centers, for system and hardware implementation, maintenance, and repairs
• Monitor and analyze network and server performance to ensure optimal operation
• Implement, monitor, and support network security solutions
• Oversee the administration of our cloud VoIP solution
• Proactively identify and address security vulnerabilities
• Plan for network capacity and storage requirements
• Develop and test disaster recovery plans and procedures
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to other assigned duties and projects
• Ensure regular and timely attendance in all aspects of the role

Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

• Preferred: Cisco CCNA certification (minimum), Cisco CCNP or Juniper equivalent routing/switching

• Experience: At least 5 years of experience in network administration, primarily in a Cisco route/switch environment

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong expertise in networking switch configuration and troubleshooting (e.g., VLANs, spanning tree, trunks, etherchannel, QoS)
• Extensive knowledge of Cisco Catalyst and Nexus platforms (preferred)
• Intermediate working knowledge of routing protocols (e.g., EIGRP, OSPF, BGP) and related troubleshooting
• Experience with enterprise network functions such as DNS and DHCP (Windows server environment is a plus)
• Proficiency in network security/firewalls (access-lists, IPSec VPN tunnels, NAT/PAT, certificates)
• Familiarity with cloud networking concepts and architecture, especially Azure
• Experience with network monitoring and logging solutions
• Knowledge of RADIUS configuration for wireless and network device authentication (Windows server preferred)
• Experience with VoIP solutions, such as RingCentral, is a plus
• Ability to work effectively within a team-oriented environment
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Excellent planning, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Capability to lift and install network/server equipment

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with a talented IT team in a fast-paced, supportive environment
• Exposure to a variety of technologies, including cutting-edge networking and cloud solutions
• A chance to make a direct impact on the company's infrastructure and security
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Fantastic benefit package including 401K group contributions

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000

If you're ready to contribute to a growing organization and have the skills we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career as a Network Administrator with our team! ** ** __**** **
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