Senior Network Administrator

Senior Network AdministratorThe Senior Network Administrator's role is to ensure the stability and integrity of in-house voice, data, video, and wireless network services. This is achieved by planning, designing, and developing local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) across the organization. In addition, the Network Engineer will participate in the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all network hardware, software, and communication links. This individual will also analyze and resolve network hardware and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion, and provide end user training, where required.Illustrative Examples Of Essential Duties• Writes system and security related programs involving administration of the network infrastructure as required• Reviews system resources, performance and does maintenance on the network infrastructure as required• Works with users to resolve network and server problems• Assists System Administrators with installation of new network and server software upgrades as required• Tests network and server software to determine its usefulness and integrity• Reviews network security for problems• Makes recommendations on Hardware, Software and LAN/WAN integration• Recommends policies and procedures for systems and network access• Performs related work as required• Assists System Administrators with the management of servers, including e-mail, print and backup servers and their associated operating and software as required• Manages security solutions, including firewall, anti-virus, and intrusion detection systems• Manages all network hardware and equipment, including routers, switches, hubs, and UPS devices• Interacts and negotiates with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure network products and services• Develops, implements and maintains policies, procedures and associated training plans for network resource administration, appropriate use, and disaster recovery• Monitors and tests network performance and provide network performance statistics and reports as required• Recommends, schedules, and performs network improvements, upgrades, and repairs• Manages and/or provides guidance to junior members of the team• Designs and deploys company LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including servers, routers, hubs, switches, UPS's, and other hardware• Configures networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling business objectives and processes• Monitors network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed• Collaborates with executive management and department leaders to assess near and long-term network capacity needs• Creates and maintains documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records• Oversees installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of end user workstation hardware, software, and peripheral devices• Ensures network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephony equipment, fax machines, and other network appliances• Assists with management of servers, including database, e-mails, print and backup servers and their associated operating systems and software as required• Develops, implements and maintains policies, procedures, and associated training plans for network administration, usage, and disaster recovery Conducts research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry• Practices network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications and information• Oversees new and existing equipment and hardware and software upgrades• Participates in managing all network security solutions• Performs server and security audits, and assists with system backups and recovery as required• Interacts and negotiates with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure network products and services• Manages and/or provides guidance to junior members of the teamMinimum Requirements• College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science, management information systems, mathematics or related field• 6 years equivalent work experience• Certifications in Cisco CCNP required• CCIE certification is optional but highly recommended• Additional related experience and/or current technical certifications may substitute for education on a year-for-year basisAdditional RequirementsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, coworkers, the press the general public and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religion, age, sex, disability, political affiliation, gender identity or sexual orientation.Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of all city ethics and conflicts of interest policies. Strong understanding of ethical behavior is required.Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.Performs related work as required.Reports to work as directed during an emergency as an essential employee of the City of Miami Beach.Ability to develop innovative and creative solutions to issues consistent with the City's strategic plan.Applicants must detail any related work experience on the application or risk disqualification. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their NEOGOV profile with work experience, education, certifications and personal contact information when submitting each application, failure to do so will result in ineligibility. City of Miami Beach employees must reflect their current position and detail their work experience on the application to avoid being disqualified. Veterans Preference: Veterans Preference is awarded in accordance with Florida State Statute 295.07. If veteran's preference is being claimed, it must be indicated on the application form and proper documentation, including all forms DD-214 (either Member 2 or Member 4), as well as the final Department of Defense Disability Letter (dated within one year) must be submitted with the application.BenefitsBenefits are available to FULL-TIME employees only. The City of Miami Beach offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 12 vacation, 12 sick days, 15 paid holidays (11 holidays and 4 floating holidays); partially sponsored by the City group medical (including visual) and dental insurance, life insurance. Excellent retirement plan: pre-tax employee contribution added to the City's contribution; 5 year "cliff vesting." Voluntary Benefits (fully paid by the employee, but payroll deductible): flexible spending account; 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, and Roth IRA; universal and critical life insurance, disability insurance, long-term care, and lump sum cancer policy. Also, U.S. Legal Services, tuition assistance, pre-tax payroll contributions, continuation of medical and dental coverage up to 18 months upon termination (COBRA). For a more detailed overview of the benefit package, please visit Benefits section at