Network Administrator

New York Racing Association; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent organization is seeking an experienced Network Administrator to oversee their enterprise network infrastructure based in Saratoga Springs, NY. The ideal candidate has deep technical knowledge in routing, switching, and network security, with expertise in Fortinet, Cisco, and wireless technologies. Responsibilities include designing network solutions, managing performance, and mentoring junior staff. Offering competitive compensation in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise networking.
• In-depth experience with Fortinet FortiGate firewalls.
• Knowledge of Aruba and Ruckus wireless platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN environments.
• Monitor and analyze network performance and address potential issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams on network integration.

Skills

Routing technologies

Switching technologies

Wireless technologies

Network security

Team collaboration

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or Computer Science

Tools

Fortinet FortiGate firewalls

Zabbix

SolarWinds

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

Title: Network Administrator

Employee Status: Regular Full Time

Work From Home Option: Not Applicable

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Overview

This is an onsite position in Saratoga Springs NY.

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Network Administrator to manage our enterprise network infrastructure. This role requires deep technical knowledge in routing, switching, wireless technologies, and network security — with specific expertise in Cisco, FortiGate firewalls, F5, Aruba and Ruckus Wi‑Fi, IPTV multicast, VOIP and physical infrastructure setup including racking appliances and structured cabling.

Essential Functions

• Design, implement, and manage enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN environments.
• Manage and optimize routing protocols.
• Administer and secure Cloudflare, Fortinet FortiGate firewalls, including VPN, UTM (Unified Threat Management), and advanced policy configurations.
• Knowledge of Aruba and Ruckus wireless platforms to support enterprise Wi‑Fi performance and reliability.
• Lead physical infrastructure work including racking servers, switches, firewalls, and terminating or testing Ethernet and Fiber cabling.
• Knowledge of virtualization (VMware, Hyper‑V) and storage networking (SAN/NAS).
• Monitor and analyze network performance and proactively address potential issues.
• Act as Tier 3 escalation for complex network incidents and troubleshooting.
• Maintain and update comprehensive network documentation, diagrams, and configuration records.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors on network and system integration and troubleshooting.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve the environment.
• Ensure best practices are followed for network security, redundancy, and disaster recovery.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and make recommendations for network innovation.
• Mentor junior network staff and assist in developing team capabilities.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of progressive, hands‑on experience in enterprise networking.
  • In-depth experience with Fortinet FortiGate firewalls.
  • Knowledge of Aruba and Ruckus wireless platforms in enterprise environments.
  • Solid understanding of routing and switching technologies (OSPF, BGP, VLANs, STP, etc.).
  • Experience supporting IPTV and multicast routing in enterprise or campus networks.
  • Hands‑on experience racking network appliances, patching panels, cable management, and structured cabling standards (Fiber/Cat5e/Cat6).
  • Proficiency in using network monitoring and diagnostic tools such as Zabbix, SolarWinds, etc.
  • Team player, excellent problem‑solving, documentation, and communication skills.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Industry certifications such as ITIL, Fortinet and CCNP.
  • Experience with SD‑WAN, cloud networking (AWS, Azure), Cloudflare or hybrid infrastructure.
  • Familiarity with scripting or automation tools.
  • Experience working in high‑availability, multi‑site enterprise or campus environments.

Summary of Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This position requires continuous movement throughout the workday, including carrying, lifting, and repositioning technical equipment. Candidates must be comfortable with physical activity such as bending, reaching, and extended periods of walking or standing. The role is performed in a dynamic technical environment, which may involve navigating data centers, server rooms, or other network infrastructure spaces. Adaptability to both desk‑based troubleshooting and hands‑on equipment handling is essential.

Pay Range / Salary

$95,000-$105,000