Network Administrator

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The Network Administrator is responsible for maintaining and supporting the company's network infrastructure to ensure reliable performance, security, and efficiency. This role involves planning and implementing network upgrades, troubleshooting connectivity issues, managing system updates and accounts, and supporting hardware and software across the organization.

The Network Administrator collaborates closely with IT team members and departmental managers, assists with phone systems and automation equipment, and provides technical expertise to improve system reliability and efficiency. This position requires strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to respond effectively to emergencies and critical issues.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Collaborate with departmental managers to assess future network needs and plan for system enhancements or changes.
• Design and implement methods, tools, and procedures to test and deploy new LAN / WAN equipment.
• Lead network projects to add functionality, improve efficiency, and address recurring performance issues.
• Perform troubleshooting and resolve network connectivity and performance problems.
• Analyze existing network infrastructure and prepare recommendations for optimization and improvement.
• Install, configure, and support company network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, and related hardware.
• Maintain and enforce company computer and network standards as directed.
• Manage system updates, patches, and security configurations for all network systems.
• Administer and maintain network accounts, permissions, and access controls.
• Partner with the Systems Administrator on networked device maintenance and special projects.
• Assist IT Specialists on network-related initiatives and implementations.
• Support Help Desk staff by troubleshooting and resolving escalated network issues.

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software or other network and systems problems.

Research emerging technologies and hardware solutions; recommend improvements and purchases.

Provide technical support during emergency situations and critical outages.

Work extended hours as required to meet business needs or resolve issues.

Participate in a month long On-Call rotation.

Responsible for onsite duties as assigned.

Must be punctual and adhere to attendance standards.

Adhere to all company policies and procedures.

Other duties as assigned by management.

Education / Experience

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Licenses / Certifications

Physical Demands

Work Environment

An office environment, with minimal travel. Could be called on to work in customer locations.

Company Benefits

Compensation

The starting pay range for the Network Administrator is $75,000-$90,000 per year based on knowledge, skills, education, certifications, and experience.

Alarm Detection Systems is an EEO employer.

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