Network Administrator, Iii

**Network Administrator III**

**Description**

As a key member of our IT team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of our network infrastructure, ensuring its reliability, performance, and security. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse set of technologies and contributes to the continuous improvement of our network systems.

**You'll Do**:
**Network Infrastructure Management**
- Manage and maintain our core and site network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and other network devices
- Design, implement, and optimize network topologies to meet organizational needs
- Manage and optimize our SD-WAN infrastructure, ensuring efficient and reliable connectivity across all sites
- Troubleshoot complex network issues and implement solutions to ensure network availability and optimal performance
- Develop, implement and maintain network standards

**Wireless Network Administration**
- Oversee the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of our WiFi infrastructure
- Conduct site surveys and implement changes to improve wireless coverage and performance

**Network Security**
- Manage and configure firewalls, including Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) advanced features.
- Implement and maintain Zero-Trust Infrastructure, including Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions
- Configure and manage remote access technologies to ensure secure connectivity for remote workers

**Load Balancing and Traffic Management**
- Implement traffic management policies to ensure efficient use of network resources

**Monitoring and Maintenance**
- Implement and manage performance and health monitoring solutions for network devices and services
- Develop and execute network device patch management processes to maintain security and stability
- Conduct regular network audits and implement improvements based on findings

**Documentation and Process Improvement**
- Maintain up-to-date documentation of network configurations, topologies, and processes
- Contribute to the development and refinement of network-related policies and procedures

**You Have**:

- Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of experience in network administration, with a focus on enterprise environments
- Strong hands-on experience with SD-WAN technologies and implementation
- Solid understanding of networking protocols and technologies (BGP, OSPF, TCP/IP, VLANs, LACP, NAT, VPNs, etc.)
- Solid understanding of different physical network solutions (copper, fiber, radio, cellular, satellite, etc.)
- Hands-on experience with network security technologies, including firewalls, IPS/IDS, WAF and SASE
- Familiarity with zero-trust principles and implementation in network environments
- Experience with wireless network technologies and best practices
- Knowledge of load balancing concepts and technologies
- Proficiency in network monitoring and troubleshooting tools
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Experience working as a team player

**Additional Skills (Highly Desired)**:

- Experience with Palo Alto, Fortinet, Zscaler, Cisco, and Aruba networking technologies
- Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Knowledge of automation and scripting for network management (e.g., Python, Ansible)
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, Fortinet NSE, Palo Alto PCNSE)
- Experience with network virtualization technologies

**Compensation Package**:

- The salary range for this position may vary depending on experience, education, and location. The annual salary range is between $85,000 - $100,000.
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, pension, life insurance, disability, accident insurance, vacation, and holidays

**Work Conditions**:

- Office-based
- May require some evening and weekend work for system maintenance and updates
- May require occasional travel for conferences or vendor meetings
- Flexibility to participate in planning sessions and change windows outside regular business hours

**Your Workplace Location**:
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We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to grow your