Network Administrator III

Description

Job Summary

Sets up, configures and supports internal and/or external networks.  Develops and maintains all systems, network applications, security and network configurations.  Proactively troubleshoots and solves complex network performance issues and creates and maintains a disaster recovery plan.  Recommends, upgrades, patches, new network applications and equipment.  Provides technical support and guidance to users.  Familiar with a variety of concepts, practices and procedures.

Manages projects requiring the most complex network system upgrades and maintenance as assigned to ensure computer information systems are designed and developed according to prescribed specifications and customer needs.

Minimum Qualifications 

EDUCATION/TRAINING

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems is required or equivalent work experience as defined below in a closely related field.

• Preferred IT related professional certifications such as but not limited to:
  • CompTIA A+
  • CompTIA Network+
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
  • MTA: IT Infrastructure
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professionals (CISSP)

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE 

• Eight (8) years of directly related work experience in:
  • Moderate to complex network administration, design and support
  • Ethernet, Fiber, Gigabit and wireless technologies
  • Cisco IOS, Nexus and routing
  • Security systems and associated technologies such as intrusion prevention and detection devices, firewalls and network packet analysis
• Ability to effectively interact with technical and non-technical team members in identifying network system requirements and resolving related problems.
• Technical knowledge and experience in network system administration technologies, including associated network software applications.
• Project management experience preferred.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong customer-service focus.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Strong attention to detail and well organized.
• Project management skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a deadline driven environment.
• Able to communicate and present complex multidisciplinary ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
• Competent team leadership and able to transfer knowledge to other in the team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Ability to conduct research into complex issues, standards, and products.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and procedure manuals.

- OR -

An equivalent combination or relevant education and experience.

Pay Rate:  $88,000 - 102,000 depending on experience

Close Date: Open till filled  





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