Network Operations Center Tech - Weekends

IP Pathways LLC; Kansas City (MO); In loco; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Comprehensive healthcare

Company-paid disability and life保险

401(k) with company match

Flexible work schedules

Ongoing training and certification

Descrizione del lavoro

IP Pathways LLC is seeking a NOC Technician to join our 24/7 team delivering reliable network monitoring and rapid incident response for multiple clients. You will troubleshoot, escalate, and remediate IT issues using monitoring tools and collaborate with engineers on on-call rotations.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year in IT support, strong customer service skills, and a willingness to work in a fast-paced MSP environment with after-hours shifts.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s or technical degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year in IT support or help desk in an MSP setting.
• Certifications (MCSE/CCNP/MCITP) are a plus.

Mansioni

• Troubleshoot and resolve client IT issues via monitoring tools.
• Address network and system alerts; document actions.
• Coordinate with engineers and vendors during incident response.
• Provide after-hours support as necessary.

Conoscenze

IT support experience

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Communication

Self-starter

Formazione

Technical degree (preferred)

MCSE/CCNP/MCITP certifications (preferred)

Strumenti

RMM dashboards

Network monitoring tools

DNS/VPN troubleshooting tools

Descrizione del lavoro

About us

IP Pathways is a premier Managed Service Provider (MSP) delivering cutting-edge, proprietary IT solutions and unwavering customer service. Since 2007, we’ve empowered clients to move faster, innovate boldly, and gain a competitive edge by Guiding IT Forward™ with creativity, excellence, and client-centric innovation.

Job Summary

Our Network Operations Center (NOC) team is the frontline defense against network disruptions, ensuring the stability, security, and performance of our clients’ environments around the clock. Operating 24/7, the NOC proactively monitors network health, detects anomalies, and takes swift action to prevent or resolve issues.

As a NOC Technician, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, escalating, and/or remediating network and system support incidents, often identified through monitoring and management tools. In addition to proactive monitoring and problem resolution, this role includes answering client calls during the organization’s after-hours period, providing responsive and professional support when needed and escalating to other engineering teams through our on-call procedures as necessary.

Position Schedule:

• Primary Schedule – 5pm – 5am Saturday & Sunday, 9pm-5am Thursday & Friday
• Alternate Schedule – While the primary schedule is as stated above, candidates must be willing and able to work alternate days (including Holidays, Saturdays, Sundays) up to 5% of the time to cover for colleagues on PTO.
• Schedule flexibility is a key requirement for this position.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Provide Multi–Client Support:

• Troubleshoot and resolve assigned client support requests, which may include:
  • Network security and firewall issues (Internet access, VPN, DNS)
  • Network switching/routing issues (wireless access)
  • Server performance issues (data/voice circuit performance)
  • Enterprise productivity applications (Microsoft Office, Exchange, O365)
  • Server-based OS support, directory services, and complex end‑user issues

Network & Systems Monitoring

• Address network and systems alerts and alarms, including:
  • Utilize remote monitoring and management tools to proactively support network and system health

Cloud & Data Center Services

• Support cloud and data center operations, including:
  • Offsite backup, anti-spam/anti-virus, and collaboration platforms
  • Virtual servers, cloud hosting, and DNS administration
  • Equipment inspections and “Smart Hands” services for colocation
  • Data center inspections, maintenance protocols, and facility rounds
  • Data center check‑in, escort procedures, and security compliance

Manage Incidents, Requests, and Service Levels:

• Log, categorize, prioritize, and diagnose incidents, alerts, and service requests.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers, data center operations, and vendors to resolve complex issues, support maintenance activities, and execute emergency response protocols.
• Process service and change requests by completing required documentation in accordance with procedures for new users, terminated users, and departmental or organizational changes.
• Ensure all support services are delivered in alignment with defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs)

Required Skills:

• Degree in a technical field strongly preferred, but not required
• Minimum of one year of experience in IT support, help desk functions, or a related technical role, ideally in an MSP setting.
• Engineer‑level or Vendor certification preferred (i.e., MCSE, CCNP, MCITP)
• Basic understanding of networking/troubleshooting
• Tech‑savvy with an ability to quickly learn new technical concepts and skills
• Highly developed customer service skill set
• Strong technical knowledge of various systems, software, and hardware (including troubleshooting and setup) using RMM and other dashboard tools
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a broad range of individuals at all levels.
• Resourceful in getting things done, self‑starter, productive working independently or collaboratively – ours is a fast‑paced entrepreneurial environment with performance expectations and deadlines
• Inquisitiveness and an eagerness to learn new technologies and apply concepts to real‑world problems

Why IP Pathways?

IP Pathways is an expert provider of hybrid IT solutions for small, medium, and enterprise companies by delivering world‑class engineering services supported by high‑touch customer service. Here are just some of the great reasons to work at IP Pathways:

• Competitive benefits package: Comprehensive healthcare, 100% company‑paid disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match.
• Work/life balance: IP Pathways believes in enabling families to be families. We proudly offer flexible and accommodating work schedules to meet your family’s needs and obligations.
• Ongoing training: Looking for a company that will consistently invest in developing your skills? IP Pathways will help you continue your educational pursuits and provide opportunities to become certified in some of the most sought‑after technologies.

Sponsorship/Relocation

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Sponsorship for employment visa status and relocation reimbursement are not offered for this position.