Network Administrator, Intern – NA

Synoptek; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Synoptek is seeking a Network Administrator, Intern in Las Vegas to support network, voice, firewall, and security operations. You will work with Network Engineers to triage and resolve client tickets, develop documentation, and assist in testing and project coordination.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning in network and infrastructure technologies, with a focus on incident management, customer service, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years of experience in network administration or IT support.
• College coursework in Computer Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred.
• Certifications (Cisco, A+, Security+, Network+) preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, customer service, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with Network Engineers to resolve tickets relating to networks, voice systems, firewalls, Microsoft Teams Voice, and security.
• Triage, assign, and resolve client tickets and service requests.
• Maintain and develop technical documentation for network, voice, firewall, and application environments.
• Support testing activities for network, voice, firewall, and application implementations.
• Troubleshoot Tier 1 and Tier 2 client incidents and requests in a service desk environment.
• Respond to security alerts and elevate issues as appropriate.
• Generate project status reports and provide project support.
• Perform basic project coordination activities as required.
• Support client-facing technical activities while following established processes and procedures.

Skills

Network Fundamentals

Network Troubleshooting

Ticket Management

Service Desk Support

Windows

Microsoft Office

Firewall Fundamentals

Voice Systems

Microsoft Teams Voice

Security Fundamentals

Client Support

Technical Documentation

Incident Management

Education

College coursework in Computer Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Cisco role-based certification, A+, Security+, Network+, or related coursework

Job description

Job Description

At Synoptek, we think globally and act locally. As the world's first Managed Experience Provider (MxP™), Synoptek provides world-class strategic IT leadership and hyper-efficient IT operational support, enabling our global client base to grow and transform their businesses. We are excited to have experienced continuous growth and, in keeping with that momentum, we are seeking to add talent to our team. When you partner with Synoptek, you engage with an ever-growing, ever-evolving IT organization that provides a high-caliber team, drives growth, and delivers clarity. This is an exciting opportunity for you to be a part of this journey!! The Network Administrator, Intern is responsible for supporting network, voice, firewall, Microsoft Teams Voice, and security operations through ticket resolution, troubleshooting, documentation, testing, and client support. The role works with Network Engineers and other technical teams to support client incidents and requests and gain practical experience in network and infrastructure technologies.

Mandatory Skills

Network Fundamentals, Network Troubleshooting, Ticket Management, Service Desk Support, Windows, Microsoft Office, Firewall Fundamentals, Voice Systems, Microsoft Teams Voice, Security Fundamentals, Client Support, Technical Documentation, Incident Management

Role

• Work with Network Engineers to resolve tickets relating to networks, voice systems, firewalls, Microsoft Teams Voice, and security.
• Triage, assign, and resolve client tickets and service requests.
• Maintain and develop technical documentation for network, voice, firewall, and application environments.
• Support testing activities for network, voice, firewall, and application implementations.
• Troubleshoot Tier 1 and Tier 2 client incidents and requests in a service desk environment.
• Respond to security alerts and elevate issues as appropriate.
• Generate project status reports and provide project support.
• Perform basic project coordination activities as required.
• Support client-facing technical activities while following established processes and procedures.

FLSA:

Non Exempt

EEO Statement:

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that employment decisions be based on job-related factors.

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (USA)

Education Qualification

College coursework in Computer Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred. Cisco role-based certification, A+, Security+, Network+, or related coursework preferred. Familiarity with business processes and technical documentation. Strong communication, problem-solving, customer service, and teamwork skills.

Desirable Skills

Cisco, A+, Security+, Network+, Microsoft Visio, Mac OS, Remote Access, Terminal Services, Servers, Cloud Platforms, Network Monitoring, Security Alerts, Project Coordination, Microsoft Teams

Experience

0 to 2 Years