Hybrid Network Administrator: Secure, High-Performance IT

Ecovyst Inc.; Chesterbrook (PA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401k matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Ecovyst Inc. is seeking a Network Administrator to maintain and optimize our enterprise network across multiple locations.

This hybrid role requires hands-on management, security, and performance improvements to ensure reliable connectivity for business-critical applications. The successful candidate will configure routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs, monitor networks, and coordinate with vendors and IT teams to support disaster recovery and backups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, or related field; relevant certifications preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in network administration or infrastructure support.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and routing protocols.
• Experience with firewall configuration, VPN technologies, and network security best practices.
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools.
• Understanding of cloud networking and hybrid environments.
• Hands-on experience with wireless networking standards and troubleshooting wireless connectivity issues.
• Proficiency in managing cloud-based network services and hybrid environments, including integration and security.
• Ability to perform network capacity planning and implement scalable solutions to support business growth.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to network reliability and security.
• Proactive in identifying potential issues and implementing preventive measures.
• Collaborative team player who communicates effectively across IT and business units.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and able to perform under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day network performance, availability, and reliability across LAN, WAN, and wireless environments.
• Configure routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices; apply firmware updates and patches to maintain security and stability.
• Use network monitoring tools to proactively identify and resolve connectivity issues, minimizing downtime.
• Implement and maintain network security protocols, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems; ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards.
• Work with service providers and hardware vendors for network upgrades, maintenance, and issue resolution.
• Support network-related components of disaster recovery plans and ensure backup connectivity solutions are in place.
• Partner with system administrators and application teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of business systems.

Skills

TCP/IP

DNS

DHCP

VLANs

Routing protocols

Firewall configuration

VPN technologies

Network security

Cloud networking

Hybrid environments

Wireless networking

Wireless troubleshooting

Cloud-based network services

Capacity planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Network monitoring tools

VPN technologies

Job description

Ecovyst Inc. is seeking a Network Administrator to maintain and optimize our enterprise network across multiple locations.

This hybrid role requires hands-on management, security, and performance improvements to ensure reliable connectivity for business-critical applications. The successful candidate will configure routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs, monitor networks, and coordinate with vendors and IT teams to support disaster recovery and backups.