Hybrid Junior Network Administrator: Learn & Grow in IT

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Entry-level salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Mentorship from IT professionals

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Junior Network Administrator to support IT operations and maintain the company's network infrastructure. The role offers hands-on experience working under senior staff to configure network hardware and troubleshoot issues.

The position emphasizes learning, documentation, and collaboration, with a path toward more advanced networking responsibilities in a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or relevant certification in IT, Networking, or Computer Science required or preferred.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN) expected.
• Familiarity with network hardware from vendors like Cisco, HP or similar.
• Basic troubleshooting skills and a methodical approach to problem-solving expected.
• Eagerness to learn and develop skills in network administration and IT infrastructure.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation, configuration, and maintenance of network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls).
• Provide first-level support for network-related issues and troubleshoot connectivity problems.
• Monitor network performance and identify potential issues or areas for improvement.
• Manage user accounts and permissions for network access.
• Document network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Support implementation of network security measures and ensure policy compliance.

Skills

TCP/IP basics

DNS & DHCP basics

VPN basics

Network hardware familiarity

Troubleshooting

Team communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Associate's degree or relevant certification in IT, Networking, or Computer Science

Tools

Cisco equipment

HP equipment

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Junior Network Administrator to support IT operations and maintain the company's network infrastructure. The role offers hands-on experience working under senior staff to configure network hardware and troubleshoot issues.

The position emphasizes learning, documentation, and collaboration, with a path toward more advanced networking responsibilities in a hybrid work setup.