Network Administrator

AmpThink; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid leave

8 paid holidays

Health insurance (PPO)

Simple IRA matching

AmpForce volunteer days

AmpThink gear program

Voluntary group benefits

Job summary

AmpThink in Orlando, FL seeks a senior network operations engineer to own the technical aspects of operations at the Kia Center and Camping World Stadium. You’ll work with our team of architects, field engineers, and project managers to maintain complex arena networks.

Travel up to 25%, collaboration with Orlando Venues, and responsibility for network design, documentation, and deployment across arena facilities.

Qualifications

• 3 years of work experience in a technology-based business or engineering firm.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; technical/IT or engineering degree accepted.
• CCNP Certification or equivalent knowledge of Cisco systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the entire IT lifecycle including BOM development, component implementation, building-system integration, maintenance, and network strategy for the arena and adjacent parking structure.
• Maintain and operate a network of telecommunications rooms and pedestals connected to a small data center built on a multi-layer Cisco network.
• Document sub-contractor and 3rd party networking requirements; develop high and low level network design documents.
• Support arena IT initiatives by provisioning and optimizing the network for each application.
• Participate in arena support and manage help desk tickets for the networking team.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong relationships

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Prioritization

Learning mindset

Network documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Technical/IT or engineering degree

Tools

Cisco CCNP

Cisco networking hardware

Job description

AmpThink is a leading provider of Technology systems for world class stadiums and arenas throughout North America. This position is based in the Kia Center in Orlando, FL. We're offering the opportunity to support and maintain complex stadium and arena networks. This role will be the primary responsible party for all technical aspects of network operations at the Kia Center and Camping World Stadium. The role will be supported by AmpThink's team of technology architects, field engineers, and project managers.

In addition to working with Orlando Venues, the selected candidate will have the opportunity to consult on a range of projects outside of Orlando including SoFi Stadium/Hollywood Park, New York City Football Club, the new Nissan Stadium, and other iconic arenas and venues. Some travel is required, but travel will be limited to 25% of the scheduled work with 75% of the work dedicated to arena operations. Functions & Responsibilities

• Participate in the entire IT lifecycle including the development of project bills of materials (BOMs), implementation of new networking components, integration of new building systems, maintenance of existing systems, and development of network strategy for the arena and adjacent parking structure.
• Maintain and operate of a network of telecommunications rooms and telecommunications pedestals connected to a small data center built on top of a multi-layer Cisco network featuring Catalyst systems.
• Provide tactical support for campus projects to include detailed documentation of delivered systems:
  • Documenting sub-contractor and 3rd party networking requirements.
  • Developing high level network design documents.
  • Developing low level network design documents addressing the configuration of systems including the base IP network, Wi-Fi, IPTV, Compute, and Telephony.
• Support arena IT initiatives by provisioning and optimizing the network for each application.
• Participate in arena support and manage help desk tickets assigned to the networking team.

Requirements

• Education and/or Work Experience
  • 3 years of work experience in a technology-based business or engineering firm.
  • A technical/information technology degree or engineering degree in a related field; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • CCNP Certification or equivalent knowledge of Cisco systems.
• Skills
  • Ability to work in a high pressure environment with multiple competing priorities and personalities.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong relationships both inside and outside the organization.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to understand and articulate solutions to problems.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Capability to multi-task and respond to change effectively and positively.
  • Ability to prioritize and perform work in a timely manner.
  • A passion for learning and continuous education.
  • Ability to develop, read, and understand network documentation.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of IT systems and their function.
• Other
  • Mandatory background and drug screening.

Benefits

• 3 weeks of paid leave per year
• 8 paid holidays
• health insurance (PPO) premium paid in full for employees
• Simple IRA retirement savings plan which matches dollar for dollar up to 3% of employee's annual salary
• Our AmpForce program allows employees to use 3 paid workdays to work for a charity or non-profit of their choosing.
• Our AmpThink gear program allows employees to select AmpThink logo gear each year.
• AmpThink employees also have access to optional, voluntary group benefits such as dental, life, disability, and financial planning.