I.T. Network Administrator

Nashville-Soccer-Club; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nashville SC is seeking an IT Network Administrator to support the Club's technology infrastructure across facilities. You will install, monitor, and troubleshoot network equipment, ensuring a reliable, secure, and well-documented environment for matchdays and events.

The role requires hands-on network administration with strong Cisco, IP, VPN, Windows Server, and virtualization experience, plus clear communication and strict security practices in a small IT team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Administration, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years IT/network administration experience.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco-based enterprise networks.
• Knowledge of IP networks, routing, VPNs, firewalls, and VLANs.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and customer-service skills.
• Ability to work in a small IT team with shifting priorities.
• Sound judgment on security and escalation practices.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot network equipment and infrastructure across Club facilities.
• Document network assets, configurations, procedures, and escalation paths for continuity.
• Support end-user helpdesk needs as part of a small IT team.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with wired/wireless networks, VLANs, firewalls, and related services.
• Contribute to technology planning for matchdays, concerts, and events.
• Collaborate with IT staff, users, vendors, and partners to implement improvements.
• Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders; coordinate next steps.
• Work nights, weekends, and holidays as required for matchdays and events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Network troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Customer service

Team collaboration

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

Cisco

Cisco Meraki

Windows Server

Microsoft 365

VMware

Job description

Posted Friday, August 7, 2026 at 6:00 AM

POSITION OVERVIEW

The IT Network Administrator supports Nashville SC’s technology infrastructure across the Club’s facilities, with a primary focus on maintaining a reliable, secure, and well-documented network environment. This role requires a hands-on technical operator who can support network administration, infrastructure troubleshooting, end-user needs, and event technology in a small IT team. The ideal candidate brings strong network infrastructure experience, practical troubleshooting ability, clear communication skills, and sound judgment around security, confidentiality, and escalation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, configure, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot network equipment and infrastructure across Club facilities
• Maintain and document network assets, configurations, procedures, and escalation paths to support operational continuity
• Support end-user helpdesk needs as part of a small IT team
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to wired/wireless networks, VLANs, firewalls, and related network services
• Contribute to technology planning and execution for matchdays, concerts, international matches, and other major events
• Work closely with IT staff, end users, external stakeholders, and technology partners to identify issues, implement solutions, and support system improvements
• Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating issues and next steps as needed
• Work nights, weekends, and holidays as required, including matchdays and stadium events
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Administration, a related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and relevant experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT administration, network administration, or related technical support
• Strong hands‑on experience administering, troubleshooting, and maintaining Cisco-based enterprise network environments
• Working knowledge of IP networks, routing protocols, LAN/WAN configurations, firewalls, VPNs, Microsoft 365, Windows Server, and VMware
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, communication, and customer‑service skills
• Comfortable working in a small IT team where priorities can shift quickly between helpdesk requests, network issues, event support, and longer‑term project needs
• Sound judgment in handling network access, systems, credentials, confidential information, and appropriate escalation practices

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional certifications such as CCNA, CompTIA Network+, Microsoft, or VMware certifications
• Experience with Cisco Meraki, enterprise wireless environments, and advanced VLAN troubleshooting
• Experience supporting technology operations across multiple facilities or event‑based environments
• Experience working with external vendors, managed service providers, or technology partners