Network Administrator Specialist

Overview

POSITION
:
Network Administrator Specialist

Exempt Status Exempt

No. of Days According to district approved calendar

Department Technology

Reports to Senior Network Administrator

Supervises None

Education

Minimum

Education/Certification:

At least one of the following is required:

• Bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university
• 4 years of relevant work experience in a position with network administration responsibilities

Experience

Minimum Experience:

• 4 years of experience with routing/switching configuration and/or design required
• Experience with configuration and management of an enterprise class wireless system
• Experience with configuration and management of an enterprise class VoIP system
• Experience with Cisco routing and switching preferred

To manage the installation and maintenance of local area networks and data communication equipment to protect the security of the network, to ensure data integrity and retention of the district’s systems, and to maintain high-availability of the network for students and staff

• Design, configure, and maintain the school district’s network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, VoIP, VPNs, and WAN.
• Monitor and troubleshoot network performance, ensuring optimal speed, reliability, and security across all campuses.
• Ensure the district’s network is compliant with relevant cybersecurity policies and best practices, including regular security assessments, updates, and patches.
• Support and manage district-wide wireless systems and internet access for staff and students
• Provide Tier II support for network administrators.
• Collaborate with IT staff to implement software and hardware solutions that meet the needs of the district.
• Provide technical support for network-related issues and assist in the resolution of connectivity problems.
• Configure and maintain email servers, DNS, DHCP, and other essential network services.
• Maintain detailed network documentation, including topology, configuration settings, and system updates.
• Assist with the installation and configuration of network hardware for new buildings or facility upgrades.
• Ensure network security by managing firewalls, performing regular vulnerability scans, and implementing security protocols.
• Provide training and support for staff on network usage and best practices for security and data protection.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest network technologies and trends, advising on upgrades or new implementations when necessary. Computer System
• Assist school personnel in installing software.
• Set and enforce security and software restriction policies on network computers in accordance with best practices.
• Identify Network Security considerations and make recommendations to mitigate concerns
• Respond to issues that arise outside of normal business hours as necessary
• Assist with other Technology and Information Management Department responsibilities as assigned.

• Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Senior Network Administrator, Director of Information Technology, or Chief Technology Officer

• Make recommendations on network equipment used, configuration, policies and bandwidths used throughout the district.
• Provide information used to plan budgets.

• Observe professional and ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Texas Education Agency code of ethics
• Secure advanced training in any new equipment, software being considered for adoption by the District.
• Read the current literature in the field.

The employee may be required to use their personal cell phone for work-related communication. By applying, candidates acknowledge that they would need to provide their personal cell phone number to facilitate job duties and ensure timely communication in the event a work cell phone is not provided.

Familiarity with local area network topologies, wiring schemes, and operating systems. Knowledge of network configurations. Knowledge of data communication equipment and…