Senior-Network Support

The Senior Network Administrator is responsible for network operations, strategic planning, design, and optimization. They ensure capacity planning is performed and proactive in assessing and making recommendations for improvement. They oversee network monitoring for performance and security, while ensuring regulatory compliance.
**Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.*
Develops strategies and direction for network systems solutions using current and emerging technologies (including wireless, cellular and VoIP).
Administers servers, routers, switches, firewalls, IP phones, mobile devices, VDI Environment software deployment, security updates and patches.
Monitors network performance and completes resolution steps when required.
Performs troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repairs/fixes for network hardware and software related problems.
Secures network by developing network access, monitoring, control, and evaluation.
Evaluates vendor products in hardware, software and telecommunications equipment and recommends purchases consistent with the Bank's short and long-term objectives.
Works closely with other Network Administrators, the entire IT department, multiple outside departments, Alpine employees, and software vendors.
Work closely with vendors' support personnel to resolve issues in a timely and professional manner.
Complete training to stay current on recent technology.
Coaches staff, prepares and delivers performance evaluations.
*High overall technical knowledge of IT systems.
Demonstrates critical thinking with ability to make decisions with minimum direct supervision.
Possesses comprehensive knowledge of Project Management and the ability to meet required deadlines.
High degree of knowledge on routers, routing protocols, switches, HUBs, Infrastructure cabling both ethernet and fiber.
High degree of knowledge on Data Center infrastructure and connectivity.
High degree of knowledge on replication, backup/restoration, data security, and data protection.
High degree of knowledge on network monitoring and tuning tools, Firewall management, wireless technologies, network access management and VOIP technologies.
Ability to complete complex projects with minimal supervision.
Exhibit strong teamwork ethics, a willingness to be active in department and bank functions, help with projects, and exhibit a cheerful outlook.
Education Or Formal Training
BA/BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience with industry certifications.
5 years' experience in network administration over networks with multiple data centers and 20+ remote sites.
3 years working with Cisco routers, switches, Firewalls, FTDs, and associated software.
3 years working with Microsoft operating systems, and VMware Hypervisors.
**This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. Travel to conferences, meetings and branch locations on a regular basis may be necessary. Additional requirements include disaster recovery testing and occasional application updates on weekends or evenings. On-call after hours and weekend support when scheduled.
Physical Activities
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