Network Administrator

Job Title: Network Administrator

Department: Information Technology

Location: On-Site (Full-Time)

This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. Candidate must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (22 CFR § 120.62), which includes U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent resident status (Green Card Holder), or a protected individual (asylee or refugee).

Purpose of Position

We are seeking a hands-on Network Administrator to manage and maintain our local infrastructure. This is a vital, 100% on-site role responsible for the health of our physical data center, local area network (LAN/WAN), and on-premise server environment. If you enjoy working directly with hardware, managing virtualized servers, and ensuring network security from the ground up, this role is for you.

Purpose of Position

We are seeking a hands-on Network Administrator to manage and maintain our local infrastructure. This is a vital, 100% on-site role responsible for the health of our physical data center, local area network (LAN/WAN), and on-premise server environment. If you enjoy working directly with hardware, managing virtualized servers, and ensuring network security from the ground up, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Management: Install, configure, and maintain physical and virtual servers (VMware/ESXi), storage solutions (Pure Storage), and network hardware (Cisco/Dell/HP).
• Network Operations: Monitor LAN/WAN/SAN performance, troubleshoot connectivity, and manage VoIP systems.
• Security & Compliance: Administer firewalls, endpoint protection (Symantec), and IDS/IPS systems while ensuring data privacy best practices.
• Maintenance & Backups: Execute daily data backups, restoration tests, and manage mobile device management (MDM) systems.
• On-Site Support: Provide tier-2 technical support for hardware, cabling, and workstation software, responding to issues via email and phone.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of network maps, inventory, and disaster recovery procedures.

Technical Qualifications

• Education: Degree/Diploma in Computer Science, IT, or 1-2 years of equivalent professional experience.
• Core OS Knowledge: Proficiency in Windows 10/11 Pro, Windows Server (2012 through 2025), and Linux (CentOS).
• Virtualization & Database: Experience supporting VMware/ESXi, Microsoft Exchange, and SQL Server.
• Networking Hardware: Hands-on experience with Cisco switches, routers, and UCS.
• Protocols: Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, VLANs, and Subnetting.
• Certifications (Preferred): CompTIA (A+, Network+, Security+), VMware, or Cisco (CCNA).