Network Administrator

Hope Network
Randolph, MA, United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
$61,614.0 - $74,202.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Agile Methodology Amazon Web Services Apple Mac Systems Microsoft Azure Bash Shell Border Gateway Protocol Ubuntu (Operating System) CentOS Cisco PIX Cisco Routers Complex Networks
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System Configuration Data Security Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Debian Linux DevOps RAID Domain Name System (DNS) Cryptographic Protocols Ethernet Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol VMware ESX Servers Networking Hardware Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC) Intrusion Detection Systems Storage Area Network (SAN) Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Python (Programming Language) Local Area Networks Network Security Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP) Linux Distribution Windows Servers Nagios Network Architecture Networking Basics Network File Systems Network Monitoring Routing Network Protocols Citrix Systems Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) Open Source Technology Paessler Router Traffic Grapher Public Key Infrastructure Windows PowerShell Systems Development Life Cycle Ansible Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) Single Sign-On Software Engineering Solaris (Operating System) TCP/IP Virtualization Technology VMware VSphere Wide Area Networks Zabbix Scripting Identity Services Engine File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Load Balancing System Availability Firewalls (Computer Science) Juniper SolarWinds (Software) Cybercrime Splunk Vulnerability Analysis

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Network Administrator to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of our organization’s network infrastructure. This vital role involves managing complex network systems, ensuring optimal performance, and safeguarding data security across diverse IT environments. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting, demonstrate exceptional problem-solving abilities, and possess a passion for innovative network solutions. Join us to empower our digital backbone and support seamless connectivity for our teams and clients worldwide!, * Design, deploy, and maintain robust LAN (Local Area Network), WAN (Wide Area Network), and VPN (Virtual Private Network) infrastructures to ensure reliable connectivity across all organizational sites.

  • Configure and manage network hardware including Cisco routers, switches, ASA firewalls, Juniper devices, and Meraki solutions to optimize security and performance.
  • Implement advanced network security protocols such as Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine), PKI (Public Key Infrastructure), IDS (Intrusion Detection Systems), and encryption standards to protect against cyber threats.
  • Monitor network health using tools like SolarWinds, PRTG, and Splunk; perform vulnerability assessments; conduct regular system hardening; and troubleshoot issues proactively.
  • Manage network protocols including TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, IPsec, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), DNS (Domain Name System), NFS (Network File System), and load balancing techniques to ensure high availability.
  • Oversee virtualization environments such as VMware vSphere, ESXi hosts, Citrix, and cloud platforms like AWS and Azure for scalable infrastructure deployment.
  • Automate routine tasks using scripting languages like Bash, PowerShell, Python, and Ansible to streamline system administration processes.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Windows?, * Extensive knowledge of computer networking principles including routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP), and Ethernet standards.

  • Proficiency with operating systems such as Windows Server, Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS, openSUSE), BSD variants, macOS, and Solaris.
  • Experience configuring and managing firewalls including Cisco ASA devices; implementing SSO (Single Sign-On) solutions; setting up high availability clusters; and performing system hardening practices.
  • Familiarity with network security tools like LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol), SAML authentication methods, VPNs (IPsec & SSL/TLS), SFTP/FTP/HTTPS protocols for secure data transfer.
  • Ability to perform vulnerability assessments using tools like SolarWinds or Splunk; conduct regular system updates; manage GPOs (Group Policy Objects); and support disaster recovery plans.
  • Strong background in IT infrastructure management including SANs (Storage Area Networks), RAID controllers for data redundancy; managing VMware vSphere environments; and deploying open-source solutions such as Nagios or Zabbix for monitoring.
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices involving scripting automation with Bash or PowerShell; familiarity with SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle); experience supporting network engineering projects within Agile frameworks. Join us to be at the forefront of technological innovation! We value energetic professionals who are eager to develop their expertise while making a tangible impact on our organization’s success through cutting-edge network solutions. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative environment dedicated to excellence in IT infrastructure management!

Benefits & conditions

  • 401(k)

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