Network Administrator

Responsibilities

• Manage network performance to ensure full functionality of systems and staff.
• Manage security protocols to ensure full system integrity.
• Maintain and troubleshoot system issues, system failures and identify roadblocks to systems which may impair normal business operations.
• Manage LAN and related infrastructure.
• Perform network design and capacity planning.
• Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards in support of network procurement and development efforts.
• Install and maintain network servers and network operating systems.
• Develop functional data recovery systems and techniques.
• Schedule and monitor backup of network data. Periodically restore files, applications, and the entire system on other network hardware to test backup facilities, on prem and in the cloud.
• Install, configure, and maintain network cabling and other networking equipment such as hubs, switches, and UPS.
• Oversee installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of network connected end-user hardware, software, and peripheral devices.
• Install, configure, and maintain IPS/IDS, Firewall, Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam, etc. for maximum internal network protection.
• In conjunction with Info Sec, establish and enforce policies, procedures, and standards regarding LAN, WAN, security, and use of the organization’s computer and information assets.
• Work with third party vendors to provide resources as needed, during times when the Network Administrator is not available.

• Associate’s degree in computer science, or related field (B.S. preferred).
• One industry certification (Net+, CCNA) (CCNP, CCIE).
• 3-5 years of networking experience, or a combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of Microsoft Azure support experience.
• 2+ years of Cisco/Meraki experience.
• Ability and desire to work as a member of a team and as a team of one.

Contract to Hire position based out of Waltham, MA.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 – $45.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Hybrid position in Waltham, MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 17, 2025.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.