Network Administrator Operator

Apex Systems; Ashburn, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

ESPP

401K

HSA

EAP

Discounts

Certification training

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Network Administrator Operator for our Ashburn, VA data center. This onsite role provides hands-on technical support to ensure continuous availability, coordinating, monitoring, and servicing critical environments.

You will perform installations, maintenance, and incident resolution, run nightly shifts, and work with vendors. Strong emphasis on cabling, rack builds, and asset management; Cisco routers/switches experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Intermediate Data Center or IT Operations experience.
• Experience with data center tools and hardware.
• Experience with out-of-band management and PDUs.
• Familiarity with LAN/WAN topologies, protocols, and standards.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized cabling practices.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain network and server hardware, rack and stack.
• Support data center staging, deployment, asset management.
• Execute site builds and refreshes per standards.
• Install and test enterprise fiber and copper cabling; Cat6 terminations.
• Maintain inventory documentation.
• Troubleshoot incidents and coordinate with teams/vendors.
• Create/update rack elevations and site procedures.

Skills

Data Center Ops

KVM / OOB

PDUs

LAN/WAN basics

Cable management

Electrical safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Tools

Cisco routers

Cisco switches

Rack mounting & cabling

Power distribution units

LAN/WAN testing tools

Job description

Network Administrator Operator

Location: Ashburn, Virginia (On-site)

Role Overview

This role provides onsite technical support for a data center and its equipment to ensure continuous availability. The position involves coordinating, monitoring, administering, and servicing technical environments. Responsibilities include completing implementations, carrying out integration activities, and providing operational support through troubleshooting, escalations, and incident resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform network and server installation and maintenance, including rack and stack, cabling, and component replacement.
• Support data center staging, deployment, logistics, and asset management.
• Execute site builds and refreshes, while meeting current quality standards.
• Install and test enterprise-level fiber and copper cabling, including the termination of Cat 6 cabling.
• Maintain inventory control and documentation for systems and components.
• Troubleshoot and elevate incidents, interfacing with other teams and vendors to resolve outages.
• Maintain, configure, and perform preventative maintenance on various network and data center equipment.
• Participate in creating and updating rack elevations, procedures, and site reference documentation.

Required Qualifications

Experience:

• Intermediate Data Center or IT Operations experience.
• Experience with software and hardware tools used in data center functions.
• Experience with out-of-band management/KVM systems and power distribution units (PDUs).
• Familiarity with LAN/WAN topologies, protocols, and standards.
• Familiarity with network cabling, electrical and optical transceivers, server hardware, and electrical standards.
• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

Skills:

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and grammatical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, often under pressure.
• Detail-oriented and organized with a meticulous approach to cabling.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.
• Experience and technical training in WAN/LAN communications, including installing and maintaining Cisco routers and switches.
• Experience presenting technical solutions or recommendations.
• Advanced skill in diagnosing and troubleshooting issues.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time, onsite position requiring a night shift schedule. The work week consists of four 10-hour shifts, from Wednesday through Saturday, between 8:00 PM and 6:30 AM. The ability to participate in an on-call rotation and provide after-hours support is required.

About Everforth Apex

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• ESPP (employee stock purchase program).
• 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan).
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• On-demand training program.
• Access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure.
• Certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Disability Accommodations

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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