Network & Systems Administrator: Optimize & Secure IT

AdvanSoft; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AdvanSoft in Arlington Heights, IL is seeking a Network And Computer System Administrator to manage the organization's network and server infrastructure. The role requires coordinating hardware and software needs, installing and upgrading systems, and ensuring reliable operations.

Responsibilities include monitoring performance, maintaining security, configuring Active Directory, VPN, mail and database servers, and supporting users.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree requirement as stated.
• Experience in network and system deployment and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan hardware and software needs; prepare a budget.
• Review and optimize network and systems monthly for cost efficiency.
• Document network configurations and cabling.
• Install hardware/software, upgrade OS and applications.
• Maintain security, patching, and access controls.
• Monitor switches/routers; ensure VPN and firewall are active.
• Manage servers including Mail, SQL, DNS, DHCP.
• Troubleshoot user and server issues and log analysis.
• Test WAN monitoring tools like Unifi; configure wireless routers.
• Train users on hardware/software usage.

Skills

Network administration

Server management

Security hardening

Troubleshooting

Vendor negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Active Directory

Unifi

IceWarp

DNS

DHCP

VPN

Job description

AdvanSoft in Arlington Heights, IL is seeking a Network And Computer System Administrator to manage the organization's network and server infrastructure. The role requires coordinating hardware and software needs, installing and upgrading systems, and ensuring reliable operations.

Responsibilities include monitoring performance, maintaining security, configuring Active Directory, VPN, mail and database servers, and supporting users.