Network Administrator

VQ OrthoCare; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life and accident insurance

Job summary

VQ OrthoCare in Vista, CA is seeking a hands-on Network Administrator to support our networks, servers, and employees while improving security, reliability, and recovery readiness. You will manage LAN/WAN, Windows Server, Active Directory, backups, and security across a small IT team.

The role reports to the IT Director, offers direct ownership of technical problems, and requires 3+ years of experience. Schedule is 8am–5pm with on-call after hours; 5–10% travel.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on network and systems administration experience.
• Experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization, backup/restore, and user support.
• Strong communication, prioritization, and ability to work independently in a small team.
• Degree welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Administer LAN/WAN, Wi‑Fi, VPN, firewalls, switches, and remote connectivity; coordinate outages.
• Maintain Windows Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, Hyper‑V, and shared storage; perform upgrades.
• Monitor backups, test restores, and keep disaster recovery procedures current.
• Monitor application and SQL databases; respond to alerts.
• Manage network accounts, MFA, email security, and renewals; respond to security alerts.
• Support cloud phone system, laptops, desktops, and business apps; own tickets through resolution.
• Document configurations and changes; identify recurring problems and help deliver projects.

Skills

Network administration

Windows Server

Active Directory

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree welcome

Tools

Cisco Meraki

Hyper-V

Synology

Barracuda

8x8

Microsoft 365

Exchange Server

Exchange Online

Job description

VQ OrthoCare | Full-time | Vista CA | Onsite

Pay range: [APPROVED MINIMUM-MAXIMUM AND HOURLY OR ANNUAL BASIS]

We are seeking a hands-on Network Administrator to support our networks, servers, and employees while improving security, reliability, and recovery readiness.

Reporting to the IT Director, you will work across infrastructure and user support in a small IT team. This role offers direct ownership of technical problems and opportunities to improve how our systems operate.

Network Administrator

What you will do

• Administer LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, firewalls, switches, and remote connectivity; troubleshoot outages and coordinate with service providers.
• Maintain Windows Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, Hyper-V, and shared storage; perform preventive maintenance and upgrades.
• Monitor backups, resolve failures, test restores, and keep disaster recovery procedures current.
• Monitor application and SQL databases and respond to alerts.
• Manage network accounts, MFA, email security, endpoint protection, domain and SSL certificates, and renewals; respond to security alerts.
• Support cloud phone system, laptops, desktops, and business applications; own tickets through resolution and keep users informed.
• Document configurations and changes, identify recurring problems, and help deliver infrastructure and business-system projects.

What you bring

• 3+ years of hands-on network and systems administration experience, including support for multiple locations or remote employees.
• Practical networking and troubleshooting skills, plus experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization, backup and restore, and user support.
• Strong follow-through, clear communication, sound prioritization, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with a small team.
• Relevant training or equivalent practical experience. A degree is welcome but not required.

Preferred: 5+ years of experience; Cisco Meraki, Hyper-V, Synology, Barracuda, 8x8, Microsoft 365, On-Prem Exchange Server and Exchange Online; scripting or cloud administration; healthcare industry experience. You do not need experience with every preferred product to apply.

Schedule and benefits

Schedule: 8am - 5pm. After-hours maintenance and emergency support: On-call. Anticipated travel: 5-10%.

Benefits for eligible employees include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays; a 401(k) plan; and life and accident insurance, subject to plan terms and eligibility.

VQ OrthoCare is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome qualified applicants and provide reasonable accommodation during the application process and employment.