Network Administrator

Job Title: Network Administrator

Department: Information Technology

Location: On-Site (Full-Time)

This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. Candidate must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (22 CFR 120.62), which includes U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent resident status (Green Card Holder), or a protected individual (asylee or refugee).

We are seeking a hands-on Network Administrator to manage and maintain our local infrastructure. This is a vital, 100% on-site role responsible for the health of our physical data center, local area network (LAN/WAN), and on-premise server environment. If you enjoy working directly with hardware, managing virtualized servers, and ensuring network security from the ground up, this role is for you.

• Infrastructure Management:
  Install, configure, and maintain physical and virtual servers (VMware/ESXi), storage solutions (Pure Storage), and network hardware (Cisco/Dell/HP).
• Network Operations:
  Monitor LAN/WAN/SAN performance, troubleshoot connectivity, and manage VoIP systems.
• Security & Compliance:
  Administer firewalls, endpoint protection (Symantec), and IDS/IPS systems while ensuring data privacy best practices.
• Maintenance & Backups:
  Execute daily data backups, restoration tests, and manage mobile device management (MDM) systems.
• On-Site Support:
  Provide tier-2 technical support for hardware, cabling, and workstation software, responding to issues via email and phone.
• Documentation:
  Maintain accurate records of network maps, inventory, and disaster recovery procedures.

• Education:
  
  Degree/Diploma in Computer Science, IT, or 1-2 years of equivalent professional experience.
• Core OS Knowledge:
  Proficiency in Windows 10/11 Pro, Windows Server (2012 through 2025), and Linux (CentOS).
• Virtualization & Database:
  Experience supporting VMware/ESXi, Microsoft Exchange, and SQL Server.
• Networking Hardware:
  Hands-on experience with Cisco switches, routers, and UCS.
• Protocols:
  Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, VLANs, and Subnetting.
• Certifications (Preferred):
  CompTIA (A+, Network+, Security+), VMware, or Cisco (CCNA).