Network Administrator

Honda Center; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

OC Sports & Entertainment, LLC in California is seeking a Network Administrator to design, deploy, and maintain the organization’s network infrastructure. The role requires strong hands-on experience with Cisco and Extreme Networks hardware, Azure networking, FortiGate firewall, VPN/IPsec, and WAN optimization.

On-site position with collaboration across IT teams. You will evaluate network performance, implement security, participate in projects, and ensure uptime.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent field experience.
• Minimum of six years working in network administration.
• Certifications CCNA, CCSP, CCIE, Network+ and Security+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish network specifications by conferring with users and analyzing requirements.
• Evaluate network performance, availability, utilization, throughput, and latency.
• Plan and install, configure, and test network equipment.
• Define network policies and procedures; maintain software/hardware upgrades.
• Ensure network security is maximized and monitor for vulnerabilities.

Skills

CCNA

CCSP

CCIE

Network+

Security+

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Cisco hardware

Extreme Networks hardware

Azure Virtual Networking

FortiGate firewall

VPN/IPsec

VMware

Proxmox

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft 365

Job description

A great experience starts with you!Join our team to help create and develop the future of live entertainment and sports in Orange County!Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel best suit you, as an applicant, you can always see your application status in your profile.Mission: To be a place where the everyday becomes extraordinary - and the potential is unlimited. Where every experience can change youVision: We are the gathering place of Orange CountyValues: Be Safe | Do the Right Thing | Be Generous | Include Everyone | Make it Easy | Be BoldJob Title:Network AdministratorPay Details:The annual base salary range for this position in California is $124,000 to $155,000 per year. The starting pay for the successful candidate depends on various job-related factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education/training, internal value, peer equity, external market demands, and organizational considerations.The Network Administrator supports, configures, maintains, monitors, and upgrades the corporation’s various networks. This role works in a team environment to address system issues.ResponsibilitiesEstablish network specifications by conferring with users, analyzing workflow, access, information, and security requirementsEvaluate network performance issues, including availability, utilization, throughput, and latencyPlan and execute the selection, installation, configuration, and testing of network equipmentDefine network policies and proceduresMaintain existing software and hardware and upgrade/replace any that have become obsoleteEnsure that all network hardware/firmware is kept up to dateWork closely with the Network Administrator to ensure that the highest network performance is being attained and making sure that any network changes that may affect critical systems are analyzed and testedEnsure network security is at its highest level possible and monitor the network for any potential security vulnerabilities and attacksAdvocate for new technologies and products, attending networking conferences and trainingSome travel to other sites requiredPerform other duties and projects as assignedQualificationsDegree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent field experienceMinimum of six years working in network administrationApplicable Certifications: CCNA, CCSP, CCIE, Network+, Security+Excellent communication skills, written and oralStrong collaboration and interpersonal skillsOutstanding time management and organizational skills, ability to prioritize and adapt to meet changing needsExcellent follow-through skills, able to complete projects promptlySelf-motivated and eager to learnAble to establish a good rapport with management, staff, and vendorsTroubleshooting ability; able to logically work through various steps to resolve issuesExtensive knowledge of the following products/solutions: (1) Cisco and/or Extreme Networks hardware: datacenter/edge switches, routers, WLAN controllers, WAPs, (2) Azure Virtual Networking fundamentals and concepts, (3) Extreme Software: XIQ management suite, (4), Firewall concepts and management (FortiGate), (5), WAN configuration and management, (5), Remote access technologies (VPN/IPSEC), (6) Multicast networking/IGMPWorking knowledge of Microsoft solutions is requiredSpecific knowledge of the following products would be beneficial: (1) Active Directory 2016 and above, 92) Windows Server 2016 – 2022, (3) DHCP/DNS/WINS, and (4) DFSSecondary knowledge in the following areas would be helpful: (1) SAN networking –Fibre Channel, iSCSI, (2) HP server and storage hardware – HP Proliant DL series, 3PAR SAN, Nimble SAN, MSA, (3) Virtualization technologies: VMware, ProxMox, (4) Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365 products and cloud servicesKnowledge, Skills, and ExperienceEducation - Bachelor's DegreeExperience Required – 6+This position is on-site.RL 2026Company:OC Sports & Entertainment, LLCOur Commitment:We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. We are firm believers that diversity and inclusion among our team members are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.Thanks for your interest in becoming part of OCVIBE!