Network Administrator

ASM Research • Omaha, NE

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Network Administrator is responsible for the build, support, administration, and optimization of the network and associated hardware and software. This role deploys and troubleshoots small-scale to medium network deployments, conducts routine tests to ensure operability of the network, and identifies network needs and capabilities from an end-user perspective. The Network Administrator troubleshoots intermediary network problems and escalates large-scale network issues appropriately.

Requirements

• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• Experience with industry router configurations and switch configurations.
• Knowledge of, and the ability to practically apply, necessary testing, practices, and procedures.
• Good oral and written communication skills, as well as strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Intermediate diagnostic, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Working technical knowledge of network infrastructure including local area networks, wide area networks, wireless networking, routers, switches, load balancers, WAN optimizers, and cabling standards.
• Solid troubleshooting abilities through techniques and methods that isolate and identify faulty components or configurations so services can be quickly restored to normal levels of operation.
• Experience troubleshooting network connectivity (LAN, WAN).
• CompTIA Network+ and/or CCNA certification
• CompTIA Security+ certification

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or other related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 2-5 years of experience in network administration.

Responsibilities

• Install and support LANs, WANs, network segments, Internet, and intranet systems.
• Install, configure, manage, and maintain network infrastructure devices as well as all related hardware and software.
• Identify network needs and capabilities from an end-user perspective.
• Monitor the network to maintain integrity and operability.
• Deploy and troubleshoot small-scale to medium network deployments.
• Conduct appropriate tests to ensure the proper working condition of developed and purchased network systems.
• Monitor network performance and perform intermediary network restoration/recovery actions.
• Responsible for operations, configuration, and maintenance of telecommunications such as voice, video, and data transport and associated hardware.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree