Network and Systems Administrator

iLocatum; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider seeks a Network Administrator to install, configure, and support various network systems. The role involves maintaining hardware, monitoring network performance, and ensuring high system availability. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, have at least four years in the field, and be CCNA certified. Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office is preferred as the position entails routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimizing network security.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain computer networks and related environments.
• Monitor network performance to ensure peak availability and reliability.
• Diagnose hardware and software issues for troubleshooting.

Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Professionalism

Dependability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

CCNA certification

Tools

Windows operating systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Overview

Install, configure, and support the organization’s Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), and Internet systems, including proxies. Maintain network and server hardware and software, monitor performance, and perform routine and preventive maintenance to ensure high availability and reliability for all system users.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including hardware, systems software, applications, and configurations.
• Monitor network and server performance to ensure peak availability and reliability.
• Diagnose hardware and software issues and replace or repair defective components.
• Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware.
• Monitor and manage network access and usage.
• Design, configure, and test computer hardware, networking software, and operating systems.
• Recommend system and network improvements and determine hardware or software requirements.
• Confer with users to troubleshoot and resolve system and network issues.
• Monitor network performance to identify current and future capacity or configuration needs.
• Manage daily data backups to ensure successful completion.
• Gather and analyze end‑user requirements to evaluate system and network needs.
• Research new technologies and make recommendations to the business.
• Maintain inventory of parts for emergency repairs.
• Assist other support teams as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Training employees.
• Planning, assigning, and directing work.
• Appraising performance.
• Addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Supervising, coordinating, and scheduling the tasks of all direct reports.

Required Competencies

• Oral Communication: Listens effectively and seeks clarification.
• Written Communication: Reads and interprets written information accurately.
• Professionalism: Treats others with respect and consideration.
• Safety and Security: Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance and Punctuality: Consistently present and on time.
• Dependability: Follows instructions and responds to management direction.

Required Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the following requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions without undue hardship.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Four or more years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CCNA certification required.

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business publications, technical documentation, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural documentation.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to work with probability, statistical inference, and basic geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to solve practical problems involving multiple variables with limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency with Windows operating systems (XP and above).
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite or Google Docs.
• Working knowledge of Active Directory environments.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• CCNA certification required.
• MCSA, Hypervisor, or VMware certifications are a plus.