Network and Systems Engineer

Network and Systems Engineer# Network and Systems Engineer Hot Job Springfield HQ - Springfield, TN 37172## Description
** Job Summary
** We are seeking a versatile Network & Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain our critical local technology infrastructure. You will act as the primary lead for enterprise networking, cybersecurity tools, corporate-level IT projects, and the health of our Microsoft ecosystem.

Work Location:

100% On-Site (Springfield, TN) – Requires daily physical presence to support local infrastructure.

** Essential

Duties & Responsibilities
** Infrastructure & Network Management  
• Systems Administration:
Configure, install, and maintain physical Dell servers, virtualization environments, software, and peripherals.  
• Network Operations:
Configure and maintain core Cisco Catalyst switches, routers, corporate Wi-Fi, and VPNs across multiple locations.  
• Storage & Recovery:
Manage on-premises and cloud data backups, migrations, and disaster recovery testing.  
• Asset Tracking:
Practice network asset management by maintaining hardware inventories, documentation, and technical specifications.  Identity, Cloud, & Collaboration  
• Domain & Identity:
Administer Active Directory (AD), DNS, DHCP, group policies, and file services in a distributed environment.  
• Cloud &

Collaboration:

Manage the Microsoft 365 (M365) environment, Webex, Teams, VoIP, and mobile communication assets.  
• Endpoint Deployment:
Oversee deployment and connectivity for workstations, servers, printers, scanners, and input/output devices.  Cybersecurity & Compliance  
• Edge Security:
Manage Cisco Firepower firewalls and Zscaler Internet Security policies.  
• Endpoint & Email Protection:
Monitor alerts via Crowd Strike Falcon Complete, Microsoft Defender, and Mimecast email security gateways.  
• Regulatory Compliance:
Implement policies to protect data, manage access controls, and align infrastructure with cybersecurity regulations.

Strategy, Support, & Monitoring  
• Proactive Monitoring:
Review system logs and track server performance to ensure uptime, security, and hardware availability.  
• Strategic Planning:
Collaborate with stakeholders on capacity planning, long-term architectural goals, and IT policy documentation.  
• Tiered Support:
Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware or software issues escalated by users, coordinating with vendors when necessary.  
• Team

Collaboration:

Partner with cross-functional IT groups and support application development teams throughout project life cycles.## Qualifications
** Job Qualifications  

Required Qualifications *
* •

Experience:

5 years of hands-on experience in network or systems administration.  
• Hardware & Networking:
Direct experience with Dell server hardware and Cisco Catalyst switching.  
• Security & Systems:
Proficiency with Cisco Firepower, Zscaler, Active Directory, Group Policy, and M365 administration.  
• EDR Tools:
Familiarity with endpoint detection platforms like Crowd Strike and Microsoft Defender.  
•

Location:

Ability to commute and work on-site daily in Springfield, TN.  
** Preferred Education & Certifications*
* • Network

Certifications:

CCNA or CCNP highly preferred.  
• Systems/Security

Certifications:

Microsoft certifications (e.g., AZ-104) or CompTIA Security+.  
•

Education:

Degree in IT, Computer Science, or equivalent hands-on industry experience.

** Physical Requirements*
* • Lifting:
Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds unassisted to move hardware.  
• Mobility:
Ability to crawl, crouch, climb, bend, stoop, and sit for extended periods during server installations.  
• Dexterity:
Ability to use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble small components and wiring.  
• Sensory:
Sharp vision (color differentiation/depth perception) and clear hearing to troubleshoot physical hardware and environments.  
• Communication:
Ability to speak and hear to fluently exchange technical information in English.
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