LAN Administrator

Nexus Health Systems Ltd • Houston, TX

25d

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Director of IT, the LAN Administrator is responsible for executing and maintaining local area network operations and desktop infrastructure in alignment with organizational priorities. This role contributes to portions of the IT project lifecycle, performing tasks that support device provisioning, endpoint maintenance, and network configuration. Responsibilities are primarily hands-on and operational, requiring clear communication, procedural adherence, and effective customer interaction. The role is entry-level to intermediate in technical scope and involves ongoing collaboration with both IT leadership and end users.

The LAN Administrator is expected to demonstrate a professional demeanor in all interactions and cultivate collaborative relationships across departments. This role requires effective communication, patience, and the ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. The individual must maintain confidentiality, exhibit initiative, and act as a positive representative of the IT department. A strong sense of accountability, team orientation, and service excellence is critical to success in this position.

Requirements

• Familiarity with domain-based infrastructure (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP).
• Working knowledge of virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
• Basic understanding of healthcare IT systems including EMR, nurse call, telemetry, and imaging systems.
• Proficiency in IP networking concepts and equipment (firewalls, switches, WAPs, DMARC, and POTS).
• Basic experience with Avaya IP Office phone system administration.
• Awareness of HIPAA, PHI, and relevant regulatory compliance standards.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Intune for endpoint management.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication capabilities; ability to document procedures and incidents clearly.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and independently when needed.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to providing high-quality technical support.
• Capable of executing assigned project work within predefined timelines and with minimal supervision.
• Associate degree or equivalent post-secondary coursework in Information Technology or related field required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of professional IT experience, including at least two (2) years in a healthcare or similar regulated environment.

Nice To Haves

• Industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure desktop hardware, peripheral equipment, and approved software under standardized procedures.
• Support and administer operating system updates, application patches, and service packs; perform regression testing where applicable.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Tier I/II incidents involving local Windows servers, switches, WAPs, firewalls, routers, and telecommunication systems under the guidance of senior systems administrators.
• Assist in the implementation and support of clinical systems and healthcare-specific applications in collaboration with departmental stakeholders and third-party vendors.
• Participate in the deployment, relocation, and lifecycle management of computing assets and maintain accurate asset inventory.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees