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# Network specialist

- **Company:** Towers IT Solutions LLC
- **Location:** San Benito, TX, United States
- **Salary:** $41,600.0 - $47,840.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** CompTIA Network+, System Configuration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), IP Addressing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Local Area Networks, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Wide Area Networks, Wireless Access Point, Network Routers, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Information Technology, Network Support, Cybercrime, Cisco
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=dd903fd5a3b28b41

## About the Role

Education: Most employers seek a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, though an associate degree with relevant experience is often acceptable.

Certifications: Professional credentials such as CompTIA Network+, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or Microsoft Certified professional are highly valued.

Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and familiarity with various hardware vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper).

Soft Skills: Strong analytical problem-solving, effective communication to explain technical concepts to non-IT staff, and the ability to work under pressure during outages., * Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

 * CCNA (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

 * San Benito, TX 78586 (Preferred)

## Description

Network Maintenance: Performing regular updates, patches, and repairs to local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and intranet systems to minimize downtime.

Installation & Configuration: Setting up hardware such as routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points, as well as installing related software.

Security Management: Monitoring for vulnerabilities, configuring security permissions, and implementing firewalls or VPNs to protect against cyber threats.

Troubleshooting: Diagnosing and resolving connectivity issues, server glitches, or hardware failures, often providing technical support to end-users.

Monitoring & Optimization: Collecting performance data to identify bottlenecks and evaluating capacity needs to ensure the network can handle traffic demands.

Documentation: Maintaining detailed records of network layouts, IP addresses, configurations, and incident logs for future reference.


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