Senior Network & Systems Engineer - SD-WAN, VMware & AD

Bcfd; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bcfd in Louisiana seeks an experienced IT professional for a senior System Administrator role supporting a city-wide network infrastructure. You will manage servers, AD, networks, VLANs, DNS and DHCP, and collaborate with vendors and city staff to plan future IT needs.

The position requires strong VMware/Windows expertise, broad systems administration experience, and excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Breadth of experience in servers, operating systems, networks, storage, backups and security.
• Proficiency with VMware and Windows technologies is required.
• Database experience is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a network of Ethernet/fabric switches across Bossier City.
• Troubleshoot issues and perform routine network adjustments.
• Manage firewalls, DNS, and IP addresses for private/public networks.
• Create and manage VLANs and DHCP scopes, plus static IPs as needed.
• Admin print server and coordinate with vendors and city staff.
• Assist with desktop support, software, printers, and network issues.
• Manage Active Directory accounts and passwords; admin servers (physical/virtual).
• Support IS Manager and perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Systems Administration

VMware

Windows Server

Networking

Storage

Backups

Security

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree

10 years IT experience, 7 years as System Administrator

A+ or similar certification

Job description

Bcfd in Louisiana seeks an experienced IT professional for a senior System Administrator role supporting a city-wide network infrastructure. You will manage servers, AD, networks, VLANs, DNS and DHCP, and collaborate with vendors and city staff to plan future IT needs.

The position requires strong VMware/Windows expertise, broad systems administration experience, and excellent problem-solving and communication skills.