Network Systems Administrator

Rough Country • Dyersburg, TN

5d

About The Position

Rough Country is seeking an experienced Network Systems Administrator to join our Information Technology team. This position is responsible for the administration, maintenance, security, and continuous improvement of the company's network infrastructure, servers, and enterprise systems across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to support a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in network and systems administration.
• Strong experience administering Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Microsoft 365, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless networks.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles, endpoint security, and disaster recovery best practices.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Quality of work, willingness to work where and as needed, ability to cooperate and communicate with fellow employees, management, and customer service representative.
• An above average attendance record is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred.
• Experience supporting SAP ERP and Körber WMS in a manufacturing or distribution environment preferred.
• Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V preferred.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Security+, Microsoft, or Cisco (CCNA/CCNP) are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, VPNs, and network connectivity.
• Administer Windows Server environments, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Microsoft 365.
• Support and maintain business-critical systems, including SAP ERP and Körber WMS, while working with internal departments and vendors to resolve technical issues.
• Monitor network security, implement security best practices, manage endpoint protection, perform vulnerability remediation, and assist with cybersecurity initiatives.
• Monitor server, network, and system performance to proactively identify and resolve issues while minimizing downtime.
• Maintain backup systems and assist with disaster recovery planning, testing, and business continuity initiatives.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, security groups, and access to enterprise applications and network resources.
• Lead or assist with network upgrades, infrastructure improvements, hardware deployments, and system implementations.
• Coordinate with software, hardware, telecommunications, and managed service providers to resolve issues and support strategic IT initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation of network diagrams, system configurations, standard operating procedures, and IT assets.
• Provide advanced technical support for infrastructure and enterprise systems while serving as an escalation point for complex IT issues.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and provide after-hours support as needed to ensure business continuity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level