Network & Systems Security Analyst

Jobtailor; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in the United States is seeking a Network & Systems Security Analyst to design and implement network, server, and storage infrastructures in line with project requirements and security standards. The role involves troubleshooting, problem escalation, and ensuring OSI-based reliability, with potential to lead small projects under supervision.

Candidates should hold multiple certifications (MCSA, MCSE, CCNA/CCNP, CISSP or equivalents) and have 3–6 years of hands-on Windows, VMware,

Qualifications

• Must have USC or GC work authorization.
• At least one associate and one senior-level certification (MCSA/MCSE/VMware/CCNA/CCNP/CEH/GIAC/CISSP).
• 3–6 years of hands-on experience with Windows servers, VMware, firewall support, SANs, and Cisco networking.
• SolarWinds ITSM administration experience including configuration and support.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or MIS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and implement network, server, and storage infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot issues using OSI model, escalate as needed.
• Consult on small projects; may lead and mentor Level 1 Network & Systems Security Analyst.
• Monitor, diagnose, and remediate server and network problems.
• Install and configure hardware/software meeting security standards.

Skills

Network Design

Server Implementation

Storage Area Networks

Firewall Support

Troubleshooting

Problem Diagnosis

Equipment Repair

Configuration Management

Capacity Planning

Project Leadership

Mentoring

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or MIS

MCSA

MCSE

VCP

CCNA

CCNP

CEH

GIAC Certifications

CISSP

Tools

SolarWinds ITSM

VMware

Cisco Hardware

Network Hardware

Server Hardware

Job description

• Plan, design, and implement network, server, and storage infrastructure based on project requirements, capacity plans, and system support.


• Problem solving involves basic troubleshooting following the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) model, making or calling for equipment repairs, and problem escalation.


• Consulting on small project design and plans. May serve as a project lead and mentor Level 1 Network & Systems Security Analyst. Works under general supervision.


• Monitors, troubleshoots, diagnoses, and remedies server and network related problems and failures.


• Installs and configures server and network related hardware/software which meet the company’s security standards.

Requirements

• Work Authorization: USC and GC ONLY


• Has obtained at least one associate and one senior level certification: (i.e. Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), VMware Certified Professional (VCP), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), GIAC Certifications, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).


• 3-6 years of related hands‑on experience implementing and maintaining Windows servers, VMware, firewall support, Storage Area Networks, Cisco Networking


• SolarWinds ITSM administration experience including configuration and support


• Education Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or equivalent IT discipline (MIS).

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in planning, designing, and implementing network, server, and storage infrastructure while ensuring compliance with security standards. Proficient in troubleshooting and diagnosing server and network issues, with a strong foundation in relevant certifications and hands‑on experience.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Network Infrastructure Design


• Windows Server Implementation


• VMware Administration


• Cisco Networking


• SolarWinds ITSM Administration

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Network Design


• Server Implementation


• Storage Area Networks


• Firewall Support


• Troubleshooting


• Problem Diagnosis


• Equipment Repair


• Configuration Management


• Capacity Planning


• Project Leadership

Soft Skills

• Problem Solving


• Mentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)


• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)


• VMware Certified Professional (VCP)


• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)


• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)


• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)


• GIAC Certifications


• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Industry Keywords

• Network Security


• Systems Security


• Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) Model


• IT Infrastructure


• Capacity Plans

Tools & Technologies

• SolarWinds


• VMware


• Cisco Hardware


• Network Hardware


• Server Hardware