Hybrid Network Administrator: Secure & Scalable IT Backbone

Ecovyst, Inc.; Chesterbrook (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefit package starting day 1

401k matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Ecovyst, Inc. is seeking a Network Administrator to maintain and optimize our network infrastructure across multiple sites. You will configure, monitor, and troubleshoot devices, enforce security controls, and support business-critical applications reliant on robust connectivity.

The role emphasizes LAN/WAN health, patch management, and collaboration with IT and application teams to ensure secure, high-performance networks that support company growth and evolving technology needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS or related field.
• 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.
• Continuous learner who stays current with emerging networking technologies and trends.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership for critical infrastructure

Responsibilities

• Network Operations: Manage day-to-day network performance, availability, and reliability across LAN, WAN, and wireless environments.
• Configuration and Maintenance: Configure routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices. Apply firmware updates and patches to maintain security and stability.
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Use network monitoring tools to proactively identify and resolve connectivity issues, minimizing downtime.
• Security Management: Implement and maintain network security protocols, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems. Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards.
• Vendor Coordination: Work with service providers and hardware vendors for network upgrades, maintenance, and issue resolution.
• Disaster Recovery and Backups: Support network-related components of disaster recovery plans and ensure backup connectivity solutions are in place.
• Collaboration: 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 best practices

Cloud networking

Wireless networking

Hybrid environments

Network capacity planning

Problem solving

Education

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

Tools

Network monitoring tools

Cloud-based network services tools

VPN tools

Job description

Ecovyst, Inc. is seeking a Network Administrator to maintain and optimize our network infrastructure across multiple sites. You will configure, monitor, and troubleshoot devices, enforce security controls, and support business-critical applications reliant on robust connectivity.

The role emphasizes LAN/WAN health, patch management, and collaboration with IT and application teams to ensure secure, high-performance networks that support company growth and evolving technology needs.