Junior Network Administrator

Angenex; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A technology solutions provider based in New York is seeking a Junior Network Administrator. This role involves maintaining and supporting the company's computer networks and systems, including installing and configuring hardware, troubleshooting issues, and implementing security measures. Candidates should have a degree in Information Technology or equivalent experience, along with at least one year of experience in network administration. This is a full-time position offering a range of benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Degree in Information Technology or equivalent experience.
• 1 year experience in Networking, Firewalls, and HA/Failover administration.
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Basic registry editing and scripting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support computer networks and systems.
• Install and configure hardware and software.
• Monitor systems to improve network performance.
• Respond to IT help desk requests efficiently.
• Document design, development, changes, and support issues.

Skills

Installation and configuration of hardware

Troubleshooting network issues

Security measures implementation

Good communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Fortigate Firewalls

HP Switches

Aruba Switches

Dell Switches

Windows Server

Linux Server

Job description

About the job Junior Network Administrator

Job Summary

The Network Administrator position is responsible for the successful design, development, maintenance and support of the network, as part of the Company team.

Essential Job Functions

Maintaining computer networks and systems including VPNs, Fortigate Firewalls, Switches including HP, Aruba, and Dell, other physical hardware and software.

Installing and configuring network equipment to update or fix hardware or software issues.

Updating virus protection software to keep data and communications protected.

Monitoring computer systems to improve network performance for computer systems and networks.

Communicating networking issues to other employees and management, especially in training new users.

Fixing software and hardware configuration issues for users on-demand or from inspection of the systems.

Perform Firewall and Network Equipment updates as directed by policy.

Respond to IT help desk requests and monitoring system alerts promptly and effectively.

Escalate open issues when delays or problems are encountered.

User training documentation creation and maintenance.

Misc. IT documentation.

Project lead for misc projects as assigned.

Participate in project planning and meet project milestones and deliverables.

Document design, development, changes, and support issues; track time and resources used.

Take on the lead technical role in assigned areas, acquiring expertise in the relevant applications, technologies and business use of IT.

Cross-train other associates in new and changed applications, and in relevant areas where you have expertise. Find opportunities to cross-train in other associates' areas of responsibility and expertise. Provide backup and secondary support of other applications as needed.

Investigate the business processes in areas you work with, to identify improvements, and potential new IT tools or applications. Identify opportunities for company to better serve its members, and for the IT department to better serve its customers.

Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

N/A

Minimum Qualifications for Consideration

Qualifications include:

A degree in Information Technology, a related technical or management field, or equivalent experience and training.

1 years experience in Networking, Firewalls and HA/Failover administration.

Fortinet certifications a Plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Installation and configuration of hardware including but not limited to servers, routers, and switches.

Upgrade, maintain and repair company computer networks.

Troubleshoot network issues after analyzing and isolating them.

Implement security measures to protect company and user data, monitor networks to ensure their availability to specific users and maintain the integrity of the network and server deployment.

Installing and supporting internet, intranet, local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) and network segments.

Responsible for monitoring the performance of various network servers like file servers, intrusion detection systems and VPN gateways.

Knowledge of Windows domains, how they interact at the user/workstation levels.

Knowledge of Windows Server, Linux server and Windows Workstation operating systems.

Basic registry editing.

Basic powershell and/or bash scripting.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Good interpersonal skills: able to work well with a wide range of people.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules.

Good follow through on projects and deliverables.

Good analytical skills.

Good problem-solving skills.

Demonstrate resourcefulness and ability to take initiative in development and completion of projects.

Strong sense of customer service.

Job Type: Full-time

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8-hour shift

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Network administration: 1 years (Required)