LAN / WAN Administrator-5923-OJO

Right Talent Right Now; Collierville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Collierville is looking for a skilled Network Administrator to oversee network security and installation of hardware and software. The ideal candidate will have at least a 2-year degree and over 2 years of experience in an internet environment. Responsibilities include monitoring network security, troubleshooting issues, and training staff. Knowledge of virtualization technologies and networking tools is essential. The position requires reliability and the ability to meet deadlines while working on various projects.

Qualifications

• Must hold a 2 year degree or higher.
• 2+ years of experience in an internet environment.
• Experience with URL Filtering software.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies.
• Knowledge of router and switch technologies.

Responsibilities

• Install networking hardware and software.
• Monitor and troubleshoot network security.
• Train personnel on wireless equipment functions.
• Investigate and track security incidents.
• Develop network security policies.

Skills

Networking hardware installation

Network security monitoring

Troubleshooting

Wireless equipment training

Documentation management

Security incident investigation

Firewall strategies

Education

2 year degree or higher

Tools

VMWare

Citrix

MS Hyper-V

Websense

F5

Cisco

Job description

SUMMARY: Maintains internal networks and network security by performing the following duties: Monitors and troubleshoots the enterprise network and network firewalls, internet filtering software and wireless equipment at all times including error free installation of hardware and software. This position will participate in the planning, identifying and documenting of appropriate administrative processes and procedures for all critical infrastructure systems, including but not limited to the production environment, disaster recovery environment, data/voice cable plant, server/network rack environment, storage environment, LAN/WAN environment, telecom environment and voice systems. Must primarily perform work requiring advanced learning or work that is original and creative. Also, must consistently exercise independent choice and judgment or perform work requiring invention, imagination or talent in a recognized field of artistic endeavor 50% or more of the time. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Installs networking hardware and software, and manages the daily administrative activities associated with the Internet, Intranet, local area network, wide area network and connection to all of the above via MPLS, Wireless, broadband and dial up connectivity. Trains personnel in the functions of installed wireless equipment including special procedures and problem determination and solution processes. Investigates and tracks security incidents that have occurred within the network. Monitors the security protocols and identifies areas where there are lapses in the existing security policies of the enterprise and recommends resolution. Researches, configures and installs network routers and switches. Coordinates activities with the Disaster Recovery Coordinator to ensure the continued operation of network and wireless devices in the case of a disaster. Participates with vendors in the assessment of advanced enterprise operating systems and new wireless enterprise systems technology. Maintains documentation concerning wireless software and network systems. Provides networking assistance and support to users, including help with wired and wireless network connections and passwords. Will work on projects as assigned and will be responsible for meeting project requirements and deadlines. Researches and implements security and firewall strategies. Develops network and host security policies for the internet servers. Configures, installs, and debugs remote client dial-in access to the Internet. Monitors Internet network traffic and makes necessary recommendations for additional resources or hardware. Create designs, specifications and diagrams as requested or related to projects or IT infrastructure technology enhancements. Meets with the hardware groups to allocate server resources and installs and supports new web servers. Other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor/manager. Reliable and regular attendance is expected.

Bottom Line Requirements:

• 2 year degree or higher.
• 2+ years of experience in an internet environment including experience working with URL Filtering software.
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMWare ESX, Citrix Xen App Server, MS Hyper-V.
• Experience with web content and URL filtering technologies including Websense.
• Experience with load balancers, traffic managers and VPN technologies including F5.
• Experience with router and switch technologies including Cisco.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.