Network Analyst

Region 18 ESC; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Region 18 ESC in Texas is seeking a Network Analyst to administer and operate the district's central administrative computer networks, developing, maintaining, and monitoring LAN and WAN infrastructure across district sites.

The role requires strong troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration with the Technology Director to ensure security, backups, and reliable connectivity for district devices and users.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in network administration preferred.
• Two years of experience performing network maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve network hardware and software problems.
• Install and test network hardware, software, and upgrades.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on hardware.
• Coordinate and monitor system utilization; recommend improvements as needed.
• Maintain and monitor active network gear; switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, etc.
• Configure and secure the district wireless network.

Skills

LAN/WAN design

Network troubleshooting

DNS/DHCP

VMware

Directory services

Multiplatform OS

Education

Bachelor's degree in network administration

High School diploma

Tools

Altiris Deployment

VMware

Active Directory

Job description

Primary Purpose

Administer and operate the district's central administrative computer networks, develop, maintain, and monitor all district LAN and WAN, install, test, and maintain security of stored information, and oversee all network hardware, personal computers, software, and related equipment.

Position Details

• Job Title: Network Analyst
• Reports to: Technology Director
• Department: Information Technology

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in network administration preferred.

Experience

Two years of experience performing network maintenance.

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of LAN and WAN network design and installation.
• Ability to design and coordinate the installation of data networks.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting computer network hardware, software, and related peripherals.
• Ability to diagnose computer problems and coordinate hardware and/or software solutions; develop systems solutions for operational problems.
• Ability to learn and support new network components.
• Knowledge of Domain Controllers, DHCP, DNS, virtualization administration, imaging administration, and maintenance of these appliances.
• Knowledge of network hardware including switches, routers, fiber optics, and various appliances and software applications such as network servers, printers, and other equipment.
• Experience working with multiple operating systems and network protocols (Windows, Unix, MS-DOS, Mac OS).
• Ability to analyze and resolve computer network problems; plan, test, recommend, and implement network, file server, mainframe, and workstation hardware and software.
• Provide network documentation, training, and guidance to computing system clients and programmers.
• Technical specialist in network problems and emergencies; troubleshoot and resolve network production problems.
• Conduct technical research on network upgrades and components, determining feasibility, cost, time required, and compatibility with the current system.
• Recommend network solutions for short-, medium-, and long-range network projects.
• Install, configure, and maintain network components; determine layout for new hardware or modifications to existing layout.
• Install and upgrade network printing.
• Work closely with Systems Analyst to configure and upgrade directory structures, user access, security, software, and file services.
• Work with vendors to resolve complex network problems.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding information processed, stored, or accessed by the network.
• Document network problems and resolutions for future reference.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Identify and resolve network hardware and software problems.
• Install and test network hardware, software, and upgrades.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on hardware.
• Implement and maintain system configurations.
• Coordinate and monitor system utilization; recommend improvements as needed.
• Maintain and monitor active network gear: switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, etc.
• Responsible for district imaging – creation and deployment of images for standard district hardware and software; preferred knowledge of Altiris Deployment and Notification Server software.
• Responsible for district virtual networks; preferred knowledge of VMware.
• Configure, secure, and maintain the district wireless network.
• Develop and implement a district-wide security system for all systems; maintain network, Internet, anti-virus server, content filter, Internet appliance, packet shaper appliance, E-mail server, Blade Server, VMware, SAN, and any other server/appliance.
• Design and implement backup procedures; oversee disk backups and restore district data as needed; assist with development and implementation of a disaster recovery plan.

Technical Support

• Liaison to software and hardware vendors to maintain product support.
• Maintain network design and configuration documentation.
• Provide assistance to end users to identify and correct equipment and software related problems.
• Oversee the District Help Desk system and supervise district technical repairs for end-users.

Other

• Identify and recommend acquisition of software and hardware to meet the automation and networking needs of district staff.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and documentation.
• Assist personnel of other departments as a technical resource.
• Oversee the installation of hardware and software as it pertains to district networks.
• Supervise computer technicians to ensure technical repairs are organized and timely for end-users.

Working Conditions

• Repetitive hand motions.
• Prolonged use of computer.
• Lifting and moving heavy equipment.
• Stooping, bending, and kneeling.
• Loud noise in the server room.
• Work on-call and after hours.

Additional Job Information

• Primary Location: District Wide
• Salary Range Per Month: (not specified)
• Shift Type: Full-Time