Network Administrator

Community-Health-Center-of-Buffal; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc. is seeking a Network Administrator to oversee deployment, configuration, and proactive management of the organization’s network.

The role ensures high availability, security, and HIPAA-compliant operations in an on-site position. Your responsibilities include managing Windows Server, VMware, AD, and core network services, plus backup, EHR support, and vendor coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in IT or related field.
• 2–5 years of progressive network administration experience.
• Expertise in Windows Server, virtualization (VMware), and storage networking (SAN/iSCSI).
• Strong communication skills for non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot network hardware, server technologies, and enterprise software like Windows Server, VMware, and Active Directory.
• Manage core protocols and connectivity services such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, iSCSI, SAN, and Metro ELAN.
• Oversee Microsoft 365 environments and provide infrastructure support for EHR and Practice Management systems.
• Administer enterprise backup and recovery solutions for data integrity and business continuity.
• Collaborate with leadership to design and implement long-term computing infrastructure plans and system standards.
• Monitor hardware and software performance to maintain uptime and resource usage.
• Maintain firewalls, networked peripherals, and establish system standards for network devices.
• Manage equipment inventory, licenses, and act as the main contact for IT vendors.
• Coordinate with staff to gather requirements and present solutions for departmental needs.
• Provide high-level support for server, network, and desktop issues during outages.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in IT or related field

Tools

Windows Server

VMware

Active Directory

TCP/IP

DNS

DHCP

iSCSI

SAN

Microsoft 365

Job description

**Job Summary:**

The Network Administrator at the Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc. will be responsible for the strategic deployment, configuration, and proactive management of the organization's network infrastructure. This role includes ensuring maximum system availability, security, and performance while adhering to healthcare regulatory standards such as HIPAA. Please note, this is an on-site position.

**Key Responsibilities & Duties:**

• Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot network hardware, server technologies, and enterprise software like Windows Server, VMware, and Active Directory.
• Manage and optimize core protocols and connectivity services such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, iSCSI, SAN, and Metro ELAN.
• Oversee Microsoft 365 environments and provide infrastructure support for Electronic Health Records (EHR) and Practice Management systems.
• Administer enterprise backup and recovery solutions for data integrity and business continuity.
• Collaborate with organizational leadership to design and implement long-term computing infrastructure plans and system standards.
• Monitor hardware and software performance proactively to maintain optimal resource usage and system uptime.
• Maintain firewalls, networked peripherals, and establish system standards for all network devices.
• Manage equipment inventory, technical documentation, licenses, and act as the main contact for IT vendors.
• Coordinate with staff at all levels to gather requirements, analyze technical data, and present solutions for departmental needs.
• Provide high-level support for server, network, and desktop-related issues, ensuring service excellence during high-pressure outages.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide support to end-users.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, HRSA, and other regulatory standards.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications:**

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• 2-5 years of progressive experience in network administration with expertise in managing complex server environments and infrastructure projects.
• Advanced knowledge of Windows Server management, virtualization (VMware), and storage networking (SAN/iSCSI).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.