IT Network Administrator - Dallas Regional Office

Dominium; Dallas (TX); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Incentive Bonus

401(k) Plan

Health, Dental, Vision

Zusammenfassung

Dominium is seeking an IT Network Administrator to manage and secure its enterprise network across corporate and branch offices, including cloud connectivity and on‑premises resources. The role focuses on routing, switching, SD‑WAN, firewall management, and automation to improve reliability and performance.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in network administration, experience with Cisco/Meraki gear, Azure networking, and strong problem‑solving skills.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum four (4) years of progressive IT experience in network administration, infrastructure support, server administration, and security operations.
• Experience administering enterprise network and infrastructure services: DNS, DHCP, VPN, LAN, WAN, Wi‑Fi, VoIP.
• Experience with routing, switching, and network segmentation: VLANs, subnetting, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP.
• Experience configuring and administering firewalls, NAT/PAT, IPSec VPNs, patching, vulnerability response, IAM, and security controls.
• Experience with network monitoring and performance tools; familiarity with Cisco/Meraki equipment and security platforms.

Aufgaben

• Administers, maintains, and supports enterprise network infrastructure across corporate and branch offices.
• Configures routing, switching, and SD‑WAN infrastructure, VLANs, subnetting, and redundancy.
• Manages firewall policies, NAT/PAT, IPSec VPN configurations, and centralized firewall platforms.
• Supports cloud and hybrid networking, including Azure VNets, ExpressRoute, VPN gateways, and Azure AD environments.
• Monitors network health and performance; identifies issues and implements improvements.
• Performs advanced troubleshooting and acts as escalation resource for complex issues.
• Supports security technologies: endpoint protection, MDR, IAM, DNS security, and related tools.
• Identifies vulnerabilities and coordinates patching and remediation.
• Develops scripts and automation for configuration, monitoring, reporting, and operations.
• Maintains documentation and participates in DR/BC planning and testing.

Kenntnisse

Network Administration

LAN/WAN

Security Operations

Troubleshooting

Automation Scripting

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS

Tools

Cisco Meraki

Panorama

Azure Networking

ExpressRoute

Okta

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

Red Canary MDR

Active Directory

VMware

PowerShell

Python

Jobbeschreibung

Dominium is helping tackle the affordable housing crisis – and we’re looking for motivated candidates to join our team and advance our mission. With offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Phoenix and Minneapolis, Dominium is one of the nation’s most respected and innovative affordable housing development and management companies. We create quality, affordable homes and engage with our residents to foster a strong sense of community and connection.

Join us in making a difference in people’s lives every day at a company where you can challenge yourself to develop both personally and professionally.

Position Summary

The IT Network Administrator administers, secures, monitors, and optimizes Dominium’s network and related infrastructure across corporate and branch office locations. This position supports routing, switching, firewalls, SD-WAN, cloud networking, servers, and connectivity services while ensuring infrastructure availability, performance, security, and compliance. The IT Network Administrator performs advanced troubleshooting, manages patching and vulnerability response, develops automation to improve operational efficiency, and serves as an escalation resource for technical support staff. This position also partners with internal stakeholders to design, implement, document, and support infrastructure solutions that meet business and operational needs.

Essential Functions

• Administers, maintains, and supports enterprise network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, Wi‑Fi, VPN, VoIP, and related connectivity services across corporate and branch office environments.
• Configures and maintains routing, switching, and SD‑WAN infrastructure, including VLANs, subnetting, dynamic routing protocols, network segmentation, redundancy, performance optimization, and failover.
• Administers firewall policies, rules, NAT/PAT, IPSec VPN configurations, and centralized firewall management platforms to maintain secure and reliable network connectivity.
• Supports cloud and hybrid networking infrastructure, including Azure virtual networks, ExpressRoute, VPN gateways, Azure Virtual Desktop environments, and connectivity between on‑premises and cloud resources.
• Monitors network health, availability, capacity, and performance using network monitoring and performance management tools; proactively identifies issues and implements corrective improvements.
• Performs advanced troubleshooting and serves as an escalation resource for complex network, server, security, performance, availability, and infrastructure‑related issues.
• Supports network and infrastructure security technologies, including endpoint protection, managed detection and response, identity and access management, DNS security, and related security platforms.
• Identifies and responds to vulnerabilities, common vulnerabilities and exposures (CVEs), malware, and other security threats affecting network and infrastructure systems.
• Manages patches, firmware updates, and other system updates for network devices, servers, and related infrastructure to maintain security compliance, stability, and performance.
• Develops and maintains scripts and automation tools to streamline network configuration, monitoring, reporting, and other recurring operational activities.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to define technical requirements, evaluate solutions, assess change impacts, and design and implement approved network and infrastructure changes.
• Maintains documentation for system configurations, infrastructure changes, troubleshooting procedures, operational standards, security controls, and disaster recovery processes; participates in business continuity and disaster recovery planning and testing.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

(Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Training and Experience.)

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum four (4) years of progressive information technology experience in network administration, infrastructure support, server administration, and security operations.
• Experience administering enterprise network and infrastructure services, including DNS, DHCP, VPN, LAN, WAN, Wi‑Fi, and VoIP.
• Experience with routing, switching, and network segmentation technologies, including VLANs, subnetting, OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP.
• Experience configuring and administering firewalls, NAT/PAT, IPSec VPNs, patching, vulnerability response, identity and access management, and related network security controls.
• Experience using network monitoring and performance management tools to assess network health, availability, capacity, and performance.
• Experience with Cisco and Meraki network equipment, Panorama, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Red Canary Managed Detection and Response, Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, VMware, Cisco Umbrella, Microsoft 365, and backup and recovery platforms preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure networking, SD‑WAN, and automation or scripting tools such as PowerShell and Python preferred.
• Knowledge of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework or other applicable security and compliance standards preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex technical issues and implement effective solutions.
• Effective communication, organization, collaboration, and customer service skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and communicate technical information to individuals with varying levels of technical knowledge.
• Ability to adapt to and quickly learn new technologies, systems, and processes while maintaining high standards for system reliability, security, and documentation.

About Us

Dominium is a purpose‑driven leader in affordable housing. We operate in approximately 20 states, supported by a team of over 1,300 dedicated employees. For more than 50 years, we have delivered excellence in the development and management of affordable housing communities across the United States. Dominium’s values – EDGE: Entrepreneurial Innovation, Developing People, Growth Mindset and Execution – guide us in fulfilling our Purpose: to provide quality, affordable housing that builds Enduring Value for our residents, employees, communities and financial partners. We believe housing provides dignity, and our work has a positive, lasting impact on the lives of individuals and families – often for generations. Our properties last for decades, leaving a lasting impact in the communities where they are located.

We offer a competitive salary, an incentive bonus program, training and development programs, career growth and community volunteer and outreach programs. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including Basic Life and AD&D; Employee, Spouse and Child Supplemental Life and AD&D; and Short and Long‑Term Disability insurance. We offer Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, with optional Health Savings Accounts, as well as Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts. We offer Voluntary Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Whole Life) and an Employee Assistance Program. Additionally, you have access to a 401(K) plan, Health and Financial Wellness Programs, Paid Time Off including Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Education Reimbursement, Employee Recognition and the Dominium Employee Emergency Fund.

Dominium is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees. Dominium prohibits employment discrimination on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), pregnancy, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, membership or activity in local commission, veteran status, military status, age, genetic information, union membership, use of lawful consumable products, or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law.