Network Administrator

MSP Communications • Saint Paul, MN

11d • $75,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

MSP Communications is hiring a full-time Network Administrator to work at its St. Paul, Minnesota office. This is an onsite position, not a remote role. The Network Administrator will plan, develop, install, configure, maintain, support, and optimize network hardware, software, and communication links. The role includes responsibility for Microsoft Azure Active Directory and Entra ID functions, network and security operations, VPNs, backups, software subscriptions and licenses, hardware purchasing, font and spam management, and Microsoft Office 365. The administrator will supervise one Helpdesk employee and assist with Helpdesk requests for approximately 150 employees.

MSP Communications has operated in the publishing and agency business for more than 50 years. Its office is one block from the Green Line light rail and has a private parking lot. The stated salary range is $75,000–$85,000 per year, depending on experience.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of Network Administrator experience using some of the technologies listed in the job responsibilities.
• Experience with both Mac and PC systems; proficiency in both MacOS and Windows.
• Prior experience as a network administrator or an equivalent education level.
• Excellent technical, troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• Linux/nix experience is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, install, configure, maintain, support, and optimize network hardware, software, and communication links.
• Manage Microsoft Azure Active Directory (Azure and Entra ID) functions.
• Supervise one Helpdesk employee.
• Assist with Helpdesk requests for 150 employees.
• Manage software subscriptions and licenses.
• Perform intermediate networking and network security work.
• Control and maintain VPNs.
• Maintain backups.
• Purchase new hardware.
• Manage fonts and spam.
• Manage Microsoft Office 365.
• Use PowerShell and Bash/zsh scripting.
• Manage MDM for MacOS and Windows.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Additional optional benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed