Network and Systems Engineer

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.

Required Qualifications

• Experience:
  
  2 to 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.
• 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.

• 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.