Junior Network Administrator
About The Position
Junior Network Administrator Location: Chicago, IL 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) Collaborate with senior administrators to remediate system vulnerabilities
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
Responsibilities
- Monitor and assist in managing network infrastructure (firewalls, routers, switches, wireless access points)
- 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)
- Collaborate with senior administrators to remediate system vulnerabilities
Benefits
- health insurance
- paid vacation
- disability
- life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
