Network Administrator

Job Type: Full time, salaried
Location: Lisle, IL

General overview

The Network Administrator (NA) is responsible for effective provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware and software and related infrastructure. This individual participates in technical research and development to enable continuing innovation within the infrastructure. This individual ensures that system hardware, operating systems, software systems, and related procedures adhere to organizational values, enabling staff, volunteers, and partners.

Detailed Responsibilities

  • Install all new hardware, systems, and software for networks.
  • Install, configure, maintain network services, equipment and devices.
  • Supports administration of servers and server clusters.
  • Manages all system back-up and restore protocol.
  • Plans and supports network and computing infrastructure including the Network Operations Center and its personnel.
  • Perform troubleshooting analysis of servers, workstations and associated systems.
  • Documents network problems and resolution for future reference.
  • Monitors system performance and implements performance tuning.
  • Manage user accounts, permissions, Exchange/SendMail-email, Symantec-anti-virus and anti-spam.
  • Requires a thorough knowledge of networking essentials.
  • Oversee software and network security.
  • Strong analytical abilities and professional office experience needed.
  • Thorough knowledge of AD.

Qualifications

  • Certifications: MCSE, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, CNE
  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or similar.
  • Systems: Windows, Cisco Systems, UNIX, Linux
  • Networking: Switches, Routers including Cisco ASA5500 series, Hubs, Servers, Cables, Racks, Firewalls, LAN, WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, UDP, Latency, VoIP, QoS, EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, NHRP, ATM, PPP, MPLS
  • Bachelor (4-year) degree, with a technical major, such as engineering or computer science.
  • Systems Administration/System Engineer certification in UNIX and Microsoft.
  • Four to six year’s system administration experience.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ExteNet Systems focuses on finding individuals with high expectations that are not afraid of challenges. We strive for a corporate culture that values team members and offers high levels of employment satisfaction.