Systems Administrator (Network)

MFA Oil•Columbia, MO

23h

About The Position

A Systems Administrator (Network) provides general support for server and storage infrastructure and manages special platforms and applications that serve universal business needs. The role covers servers, endpoints, printers, LAN-based networks, office applications, and related technologies, with a strong focus on networking. The position provides on-site and remote administration, implementation, and management of distributed systems across a large geographic footprint. Travel to remote sites or training may be required, including overnight travel, and will not exceed 50%. The role also maintains a schedule of after-hours emergency call availability. MFA Oil Company is an Equal Opportunity/Drug-Free Employer.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in an IT support or repair environment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic knowledge of networking systems, including topologies, routing, switching, firewalls, and protocols.
Basic knowledge of network security concepts, including segregation, isolation, and compliance.
Detail-oriented, with an affinity for processes and workflows.
Strong customer service skills, patience, and a track record of developing good working relationships while persistently pursuing goals and objectives.
Ability to accept and embrace accountability.
Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
Ability to work and keep on schedule with moderate supervision.
Ability to move and position oneself to retrieve equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds from shelves and under counters.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English to communicate accurately and effectively with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
Ability to meet company requirements, including successfully completing a pre-employment background check and drug test.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Information Technology or a related field.
Experience communicating effectively on a departmental and cross-departmental basis.
Experience managing a network of firewalls, routers, switches, modems, Internet connectivity, and cabling.
Experience managing circuit interconnectivity, such as VPN tunnels and MPLS.
Experience managing network load balancers, such as F5.
Experience with Jira, Cisco, Meraki, Fortinet, Aruba, or Cradlepoint products.

Responsibilities

Provide basic administration of network and communication systems, including installation, configuration, backups, security, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
Provide basic technical support to the Service Desk as needed.
Assist vendors supporting Engineering needs.
Provision, maintain, and support infrastructure hardware, software, and tooling.
Travel to remote sites or training as needed, including overnight, up to 50% of the time.
Provide on-site and remote administration, implementation, and management of distributed systems across a large geographic footprint.
Coordinate, track, and report on the progress of work assignments and projects.
Maintain a schedule of after-hours emergency call availability.
Know and adhere to company and position-specific policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.