Network Administrator

Salary: $110,000 - 150,000 per year Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Information Systems or equivalent experience.
• At least 10 years of hands-on experience in network design and management, enterprise wireless systems, firewall and security administration, network deployment, major-brand hardware installation and maintenance, patching, and production application support in a 24/7 environment.
• Strong working knowledge of web-hosting components, including firewalls, load balancers, web servers, and database servers.
• Advanced knowledge of disaster recovery planning and implementation, including virtual, on-premises, and cloud backup and replication technologies.
• Ability to maintain, enhance, and create scripting and automation tools.
• Knowledge of controller-based Wi-Fi networks and diagnostic tools.
• Strong operational, business, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet commitments and deadlines, organize resources, and set priorities.
• Ability to partner with internal stakeholders to develop operational solutions and learn and support new systems and applications.
• Goal-oriented, forward-thinking approach to resolving complex technical problems; punctuality, a positive work attitude, and a cooperative manner.
• Relevant equivalent combinations of training and experience are also considered.
• Ability to document technology roadmaps, timelines, and cost-benefit analyses.
• Excellent communication skills, including executive-level composure, active listening, seeking feedback, adapting communication to different audiences, presenting solutions, accepting constructive criticism, and communicating professionally and diplomatically in writing and verbally.
• Ability to manage third-party vendors and managed service providers, negotiate costs, compare costs, and identify savings and IT spending optimization opportunities.
• Strong understanding of capacity planning, cybersecurity, disaster recovery, processes, tools, and documentation.

• Design, implement, maintain, and manage the companys network, infrastructure, servers, hardware, software, and related systems to provide reliable, secure, and cost-effective IT operations.
• Oversee daily network operations, hardware and software support, diagnostics, special projects, and 24/7 system and application availability.
• Build trusted working relationships and communicate the value and direction of technology initiatives.
• Help define the technology roadmap, assess tools, balance resources, funding, and risk, set achievable goals, and guide technology decisions based on user experience and risk.
• Carry out approved team strategies and provide technical assistance for escalated issues.
• Assess the cost, value, and risk of new technologies, identify knowledge gaps, and ensure technology choices are fiscally responsible.
• Collaborate with Web Services development engineers, providing technical and procedural guidance on network design and selection to support software and application functionality.
• Build and maintain network infrastructure and associated systems for development, internal testing, customer testing, and production environments.
• Document, maintain, and improve network systems and components, including switches, firewalls, and wireless systems; analyze security and network logs, troubleshoot issues, track resolutions, and monitor usage and access security.
• Guide complex problem-solving and interact directly with internal staff as needed.
• Create and maintain network administrator and user accounts, profiles, access privileges, and security controls.
• Install and upgrade network, server, and application software, and maintain organizational site licenses.
• Maintain backup and restore systems, oversee company backups, and prepare for disaster recovery.
• Establish and carry out maintenance programs in line with company and vendor standards, notifying users about maintenance needs and impacts on availability.
• Document infrastructure issues and resolutions; support the Executive Director of Information Technology with network design, maintenance, and improvements as requested.
• Keep current with IT hardware, software, security developments, and technology opportunities.
• Follow the companys Data Classification Standard and policies, improve process efficiency while meeting requirements, and support customer satisfaction, shorter cycle times, and waste reduction.
• Perform related duties, provide coverage for colleagues or other departments, and train or instruct coworkers when requested.
• Monitor services and ensure uptime and performance targets are met.
• Coordinate incidents and changes, ensuring each is handled successfully according to established processes.
• Maintain the availability, security, and scalability of IT systems to meet business needs.
• Implement and enforce cybersecurity measures to protect the organizations intellectual property and systems.

• Cloud
• Firewall
• Hardware
• Support
• Network
• Security
• Web

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We are hiring a Network Administrator for a full-time, direct-hire position in Springfield, Missouri. Pay is commensurate with experience.

last updated 42 week of 2026