Network Specialist

Location: Shelbyville, TN
Salary: $75,000.00 USD Annually - $95,000.00 USD Annually
Description:
Hands-on Network Administrator to manage and support the organization's network infrastructure, connectivity, and security environment. This individual will serve as the primary network resource within a small IT team and will be responsible for maintaining Fortinet-based networking systems, VPN connectivity, firewall administration, and multi-site communications.

This is not a pure network engineering role. The selected candidate will also participate in general IT operations, support end users, manage help desk tickets, and assist with infrastructure-related projects. The environment is highly collaborative and requires someone who is comfortable balancing network administration with hands-on user support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administer and maintain Fortinet infrastructure including Forti Gate, Forti Switch, and Forti

AP environments
Manage firewall configurations, policies, NAT rules, and network security controls
Configure and troubleshoot SSL VPN and IPSec tunnel connectivity
Support WAN connectivity, dual ISP environments, failover configurations, and site-to-site networking
Monitor network performance, availability, and security
Troubleshoot routing, switching, VLAN, subnetting, and connectivity issues
Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures
Coordinate with vendors, service providers, and hardware manufacturers for support and escalations
Participate in ERP/EDI migration initiatives from a network infrastructure perspective
Assist with future AWS/cloud integration projects
Support end users, ticketing systems, mobile devices, and general IT operations as needed

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

6+ years of relevant experience OR 4+ years with a Bachelor's degree
Strong Fortinet administration experience (most important requirement)
Firewall configuration and management
IPSec VPN configuration and troubleshooting
VLANs, routing, switching, subnetting, and network architecture
Ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve network issues
Experience supporting Windows environments and Active Directory
Strong communication and customer service skills

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

AWS or cloud infrastructure exposure
Cisco networking experience
CCNA and/or CCNP certifications
Fortinet NSE certifications

Experience with dual ISP environments
Uni Fi wireless bridge technologies
Network monitoring tools
SAP ERP and/or Radley EDI exposure

TEAM & ENVIRONMENT:
Small IT team (approximately 3 members)
Manufacturing facility supporting roughly 350 employees
Fast-paced, hands-on environment
Regular interaction with end users and production personnel
Participation in after-hours support when critical issues arise
Requires someone comfortable working both in office and production floor environments

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