Network Engineer Part Time

Independence First; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays per year

Vision Insurance (low-cost)

Employer-matched 403(b) Retirement

Fitness Center On-site

Annual Health Risk Assessment

Annual Flu Shot

Comprehensive Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Independence First is seeking a part-time Network Engineer to design, implement, and monitor network services, including wireless, data, and voice. You will patch systems, support end-user hardware, and provide training where needed.

You will also oversee backups, server room UPS, and security audits, while collaborating with the IT Director to improve products and standards. This role entails occasional evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• College diploma or university degree in computer science or related field.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Exchange Online and Azure.
• Advanced knowledge of Fortinet products.
• Advanced knowledge of VMware and/or Proxmox.
• Advanced knowledge of Intune.
• Advanced knowledge of Mitel phone systems administration.
• Knowledge of data privacy practices and laws.
• Working expertise in network and PC operating systems including remote desktop services.
• Working expertise in current network hardware, protocols and standards.
• Hands-on hardware and software troubleshooting experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to research networking issues and products.
• Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Experience in an office environment with diverse personalities.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships in a diverse environment.
• On-call availability.
• Sitting for extended periods.
• Dexterity to operate computer equipment.
• Occasional inspection of cables.
• Lifting and transporting moderately heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage networking infrastructure for performance and security.
• Monitor and manage servers including email, print, MDM, backups.
• Keep hardware and software patched and up to date.
• Assist with backups in the cloud.
• Manage server room UPS.
• Support end-user workstation installation and troubleshoot hardware/software.
• Research network products and standards for procurement and development.
• Assist IT asset management.
• Administer user accounts and access rights.
• Interact with vendors and contractors.
• Monitor network performance and generate reports.
• Perform server and security audits.
• Schedule improvements, upgrades, and repairs.
• Provide expert analysis to team members.
• Recommend products to IT Director.
• Keep up with industry developments and trends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Research networking issues

Customer service orientation

Task prioritization

Education

College diploma in computer science

2+ years equivalent experience

Tools

Fortinet

VMware

Proxmox

Intune

Exchange Online

Azure

Mitel administration

Job description

Job Description:

Why a career with Independence First?

When you join Independence First you will be part of a collaborative and passionate team. You will also enjoy lucrative benefits! Independence First was selected as one of Milwaukee Business Journal's Best Places to Work 2022-2026

Independence First is looking for awesome people to join our team!

You are just the person to join our growing team if you are...

• Passionate About Helping Others

Benefits include:

• 12 paid holidays per year (pro rated for part time)
• Low-cost Vision Insurance
• Employer-matched 403(b) Retirement Account
• Fitness Center On-site
• Annual Health Risk Assessment
• Annual Flu Shot
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Position Description:

I. Position: Network Engineer

II. Status: Part Time, Hourly

III. Reports to: Information Technology Director / Facilities Director

IV. Position Summary: The Network Engineer plays a major role in the design, planning, implementation and monitoring a computer network that supports wireless network services, video, data, and voice. In addition to the network architecture portion this position is responsible for designing stable images for network computers, servers, applying all security related software and hardware patches, and ensuring best practices are maintained. This position will also analyze and resolve end user hardware and software computer problems in a timely and accurate fashion, and provide end user training where required.

V. Position Expected Hours of Work: This is a Part-Time position. In person day shift hours with occasional evenings and weekends.

VI. Essential Functions of the Position:

1. Monitor and manage all aspects of the networking infrastructure to
   ensure optimal performance and security. This includes the firewall,
   anti-virus, and intrusion detection systems, switches, routers, and
   interconnecting equipment.
2. Monitor and manage servers, including e-mail, print, mobile device
   management, backup servers and their associated operating systems
   and software.
3. Keep all hardware and software patched and up to date.
4. Help manage system backups in the cloud.
5. Help to manage and monitor the server room UPS.
6. Help with installation, configuration, maintenance, and
   troubleshooting of end user workstation hardware, software and
   peripheral devices.
7. Help research on network products, services, protocols, and
   standards in support of network procurement and development efforts.
8. Assist in IT asset management.
9. Help to administer and maintain end user accounts, permissions,
   and access rights.
10. Interact with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors.
11. Help monitor and test network performance and provide network
    performance statistics and reports.
12. Perform server and security audits.
13. Schedule and performing network improvements, security upgrades
    and repairs.
14. Provide expert analysis and opinions to team members.
15. Make recommendations to the IT Director to assist with product selection.
16. Keep their own knowledge level current by independently keeping up
    with developments, standards, and trends in the industry.
17. Other duties as assigned.

I. Work Environment

1. Work environment is generally performed in an office setting with
   minimal to moderate noise level.
2. The work environment characteristics described here are
   representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
   essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
   made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
   essential functions.

Disclaimer:

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

Experience and Skills:

I. Professional Qualifications

1. College diploma or university degree in the field of computer
   science and/or [2] years equivalent work experience.
2. Advanced knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office products
   including Exchange Online and Azure.
3. Advanced knowledge in the use of Fortinet products.
4. Advanced knowledge on the use of VMWare and/or Proxmox.
5. Advanced knowledge on the use of Intune.
6. Advanced knowledge on the administration and troubleshooting of
   Mitel phone systems.
7. Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
8. Working expert knowledge of network and PC operating systems,
   including remote desktop services
9. Working expert knowledge of current network hardware, protocols
   and standards.
10. Hands-on hardware and software troubleshooting experience.
11. Strong written and oral communication skills.
12. Strong interpersonal skills.
13. Ability to conduct research into networking issues and products as required.
14. Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language.
15. Highly self-motivated and directed.
16. Strong attention to detail.
17. Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
18. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a
    high-pressure environment.
19. Strong customer service orientation.
20. Experience in office environment and ability to work with a
    variety of personalities, exercising tact, judgment, diplomacy and flexibility.
21. Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships
    in a diverse environment using a variety of interpersonal skills,
    consulting skills, and knowledge.
22. On-call availability
23. Sitting for extended periods of time.
24. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard,
    mouse, power tools, and to handle other computer components.
25. Occasional inspection of cables in floors and ceilings.
26. Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects (50-75 lbs),
    such as computers and peripherals.