Network Administrator

Knight Enterprises Management, LLC.; Titusville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Knight Enterprises Management, LLC. seeks a hands-on Network Administrator to manage and maintain our on-site data center, LAN/WAN, and server environment in Titusville, FL. This full-time, on-site role supports hardware, virtualization, and security from the ground up.

The ideal candidate has experience with VMware/ESXi, Windows Server, Linux, Cisco switches, and firewall/IDS/IPS technologies. This position requires access to ITAR data and is a strict on-site role in our secure facility.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree/Diploma in Computer Science, IT, or 1-2 years of equivalent professional experience.
• Core OS Knowledge: Windows 10/11 Pro, Windows Server (2012–2025), Linux (CentOS).
• Virtualization & Database: Experience supporting VMware/ESXi, Microsoft Exchange, and SQL Server.
• Networking Hardware: Hands-on experience with Cisco switches, routers, and UCS.
• Protocols: TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, VLANs, Subnetting.
• Certifications (Preferred): CompTIA (A+, Network+, Security+), VMware, or Cisco (CCNA).

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain physical and virtual servers (VMware/ESXi), storage solutions (Pure Storage), and network hardware (Cisco/Dell/HP).
• Monitor LAN/WAN/SAN performance, troubleshoot connectivity, and manage VoIP systems.
• Administer firewalls, endpoint protection (Symantec), and IDS/IPS systems.
• Execute daily data backups, restoration tests, and manage mobile device management (MDM) systems.
• Provide tier-2 technical support for hardware, cabling, and workstation software.
• Maintain accurate records of network maps, inventory, and disaster recovery procedures.

Skills

VMware/ESXi

Windows Server

Networking

LAN/WAN

Security

Education

Degree/Diploma in Computer Science or IT

Tools

VMware ESXi

Microsoft Exchange

SQL Server

Cisco UCS

Pure Storage

Symantec

Job description

Job Title: Network Administrator

Department: Information Technology

Location: On-Site (Full-Time)

This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. Candidate must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (22 CFR 120.62), which includes U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent resident status (Green Card Holder), or a protected individual (asylee or refugee).

Purpose of Position

We are seeking a hands-on Network Administrator to manage and maintain our local infrastructure. This is a vital, 100% on-site role responsible for the health of our physical data center, local area network (LAN/WAN), and on-premise server environment. If you enjoy working directly with hardware, managing virtualized servers, and ensuring network security from the ground up, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Management: Install, configure, and maintain physical and virtual servers (VMware/ESXi), storage solutions (Pure Storage), and network hardware (Cisco/Dell/HP).
• Network Operations: Monitor LAN/WAN/SAN performance, troubleshoot connectivity, and manage VoIP systems.
• Security & Compliance: Administer firewalls, endpoint protection (Symantec), and IDS/IPS systems while ensuring data privacy best practices.
• Maintenance & Backups: Execute daily data backups, restoration tests, and manage mobile device management (MDM) systems.
• On-site Support: Provide tier-2 technical support for hardware, cabling, and workstation software, responding to issues via email and phone.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of network maps, inventory, and disaster recovery procedures.

Technical Qualifications

• Education: Degree/Diploma in Computer Science, IT, or 1-2 years of equivalent professional experience.
• Core OS Knowledge: Proficiency in Windows 10/11 Pro, Windows Server (2012 through 2025), and Linux (CentOS).
• Virtualization & Database: Experience supporting VMware/ESXi, Microsoft Exchange, and SQL Server.
• Networking Hardware: Hands-on experience with Cisco switches, routers, and UCS.
• Protocols: Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, VLANs, and Subnetting.
• Certifications (Preferred): CompTIA (A+, Network+, Security+), VMware, or Cisco (CCNA).