Network Specialist

Position Summary

This position is responsible for development, maintenance, and support of technology platforms, network infrastructure, and operational support. THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the installation, maintenance, and usage of the company's local area network
• Maintain technology operating platforms including, but not limited to operating systems, security tools, server applications, servers, email systems, software, and hardware.
• Install, configure, operate, maintain, monitor, manage, and troubleshoot networks (e.g. routers, switches, cabling, etc.)
• Establish and implement network policies, procedures, and standards and ensure their conformance with information systems and company's objectives
• Perform server administration tasks, including user / group administration, security permissions, group policies, and print services
• Ensure security standards through routine / scheduled audits of backups, firewalls, and policies.
• Responsible for managing network performance and the maintenance of network security, ensuring security procedures are implemented and enforced.
• Configure and mange Internet Protocol (IP) address space and VLANs, issue IP addresses for new equipment / workstations and troubleshoot IP address issues.
• Recommend corrective action to restore systems during an outage
• Collaborate with Plant IT and IT team to assist in troubleshooting, identify root cause, and provide technical support when needed.
• Participate in IT Cybersecurity team with responsibilities as assigned.
• Remain current with evolving technological products and features and constantly changing business needs, internal standards, and industry best practice
• Ability to work effectively as a team member
• Ability to work with confidential files and / or materials.
• Strong oral and interpersonal communication skills

Education, Training, and Certifications :

Associates Degree

Experience

Minimum 3 year related experience

Skills and Abilities