Network Administrator (On-Site)

Vaco Recruiter Services; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services in Birmingham, AL seeks a Network Administrator to support, maintain, and optimize the organization's network infrastructure and systems. This role ensures secure, reliable connectivity by managing performance, applying security measures, and overseeing system updates.

The ideal candidate will have five or more years of network administration experience, strong knowledge of networking concepts, and proven ability to design, implement, and monitor networks and disaster

Qualifications

• Five+ years of network administration experience.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts and computing infrastructure.
• Proven experience in network engineering, operations, and performance analysis.
• Experience with industry-standard server management and monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain computer networks and related systems, including software, firewalls, VPNs, routers, and other network hardware.
• Schedule and monitor network data backups, and periodically restore files, applications, and complete systems on alternate hardware to verify backup integrity.
• Assist with the maintenance and support of the VoIP phone system.
• Manage network security solutions, including firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems.
• Monitor network performance, identify issues, and troubleshoot connectivity and stability problems.
• Create, modify, and maintain user accounts, permissions, and network access settings.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for network systems and applications.
• Provide day‑to‑day support for computers and printers.

Skills

Network administration

Networking concepts

Engineering and operations

Server management tools

Job description

Position Summary

The Network Administrator is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and optimizing the organization's network infrastructure and systems. This role ensures secure, reliable connectivity across the organization by managing network performance, implementing security measures, overseeing system updates, and providing user support and training. Success in this position requires strong technical knowledge of networking, hardware, software, and computer systems to help maintain efficient day-to-day operations.

Objectives

• Support the design, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of network infrastructure.
• Provide network support across the organization's operating systems.
• Ensure stable, reliable connectivity for all networked computers.
• Develop, implement, and monitor disaster recovery procedures and processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain computer networks and related systems, including software, firewalls, VPNs, routers, and other network hardware.
• Schedule and monitor network data backups, and periodically restore files, applications, and complete systems on alternate hardware to verify backup integrity.
• Assist with the maintenance and support of the VoIP phone system.
• Manage network security solutions, including firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems.
• Monitor network performance, identify issues, and troubleshoot connectivity and stability problems.
• Create, modify, and maintain user accounts, permissions, and network access settings.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for network systems and applications.
• Provide day‑to‑day support for computers and printers.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in a network administration role.
• Comprehensive understanding of networking concepts and computing infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience with network engineering, operations, and performance analysis.
• Experience using industry-standard server management and monitoring tools.

Compensation and Benefits

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. As required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.