I.T. Network Administrator

Nashville Soccer Club; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nashville SC is seeking an IT Network Administrator to maintain a reliable and secure network across Club facilities. This hands-on role supports network administration, infrastructure troubleshooting, end-user needs, and event technology within a small IT team.

The ideal candidate has strong Cisco-based network experience, knowledge of IP networks, VLANs, firewalls, VPNs, and platforms like Microsoft 365, Windows Server, and VMware.

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.

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

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Administration, a related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and relevant experience

Tools

Cisco Meraki

VMware

Windows Server

Microsoft 365

Job description

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