Network Administrator

Overview

The Network Administrator will be responsible for implementing and maintaining secure and reliable network infrastructure across both on-premises and cloud environments. This role combines traditional networking expertise with skills in AWS networking services, ensuring optimal connectivity, security, and performance for enterprise systems and applications.

• Configure, maintain, and optimize on-premises and AWS network components including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
• Implement and manage network security protocols, access controls, and VPN solutions.
• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform root-cause analysis for connectivity and latency problems.
• Maintain AWS networking environment, including:
  • VPC design and management (subnets, route tables, NAT gateways).
  • Security Groups and Network ACLs for secure traffic flow.
  • Load Balancer configuration and tuning.
  • AWS Transit Gateway.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices for both on-prem and cloud environments.
• Maintain accurate documentation: network diagrams, IP schemas, SOPs, and change records.
• Collaborate with Tech Ops, DBA Services, Security, and other departments to support business continuity and disaster recovery strategies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, a related field, or relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience as a network administrator or in a similar role managing network infrastructure; 2+ years of AWS administration experience.
• Proficiency with networking hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless technologies.
• Experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to work independently.

• On-Premises Networking:
  • Configuration and management of routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers. Implementation of VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation.
• AWS Networking:
  • VPC architecture and subnetting.
  • Security Groups, NACLs, and IAM policies for network security.
  • Elastic Load Balancer setup and optimization.
  • AWS Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, and hybrid networking solutions.
• Tools & Platforms:
  • Experience with monitoring tools (e.g. New Relic).
  • Familiarity with automation (e.g. Cloud Formation, Terraform or Ansible).

• AWS Certified Advanced Networking.
• Cisco CCNA/CCNP or equivalent.

Connecture

DRX, a leader in Medicare enrollment and drug transparency technology for over 25 years, offers innovative solutions that simplify the complexities of Medicare for health plans, agents, and consumers. The company emphasizes employee growth and excellence, recognizing team members quarterly through peer-nominated Employee Spotlight Awards. With a leadership team experienced in Medicare, healthcare IT, law, finance, strategy, sales, marketing, and compliance, Connecture

DRX fosters a collaborative and dynamic work environment. As part of Harris Healthcare, Connecture

DRX provides employees with opportunities for professional development and advancement within a supportive and innovative organization.

The hiring range for this role is $90,000 to $110,000 USD per year. Final compensation will be based on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity.