Junior Network Administrator

Axxum Technologies
Chicago, United States of America
13 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Internship / Graduate position
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior

Job location

Chicago, United States of America

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows
User Authentication
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
DNS
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Network Architecture
Network Diagrams
Network Monitoring
TCP/IP
Wireless Access Point
Network Routers
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Patch Management
Vulnerability Analysis

Job description

  • Monitor and assist in managing network infrastructure (firewalls, routers, switches, wireless access points)

  • Desktop support person in a Windows environment with some network

  • Assist in implementing and maintaining network and security policies, procedures, and configurations

  • Support incident response efforts by identifying, analyzing, and escalating potential security threats

  • Maintain user access controls, permissions, and authentication systems

  • Perform basic vulnerability scans and support patch management

  • Monitor network and security logs for unusual or unauthorized activity

  • Assist in maintaining documentation for network diagrams, configurations, and standard procedures

  • Support internal audits and compliance efforts (e.g., HIPAA, PCI, or ISO 27001 if applicable)

Requirements

  • 1+ years of hands-on experience or strong academic background in networking and/or security (internships acceptable)

  • Desktop support person in a Windows environment with some network

  • Basic understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and firewalls

  • Familiarity with security concepts such as authentication, encryption, and endpoint protection

  • Strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to learn new technologies

  • Ability to work under direction and escalate issues appropriately

Benefits & conditions

The leadership of our Company believes in attracting and retaining exceptional talent committed to serving our clients. We offer a generous benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, disability, and life insurance, and more. Please visit our Careers page for additional information. Salary and benefits information will be available to applicants, when and if an offer is made.

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