Network Administrator

Description: At Signia Aerospace, the network administrator is responsible for maintaining the networks and systems that keep our organization running. From maintaining ironclad security to supervising network updates and training users, the administrator is not only IT support but also the thread that connects all operations. Deep technological expertise with a wide range of computer systems, hardware, and software is essential for the network administrator to excel in this role and help drive our organization forward. Objectives of this role Assist in network design, implementation, and maintenance Provide network support across organizational operating systems Maintain stable and consistent connectivity across all network devices Prepare, implement, and monitor disaster procedures and recovery Maintain strong security practices and oversight Responsibilities Maintain network servers and associated hardware, software, services, and settings (Both Physical & Virtual) Recommend, test, implement and enforce security standards Consistently monitor and troubleshoot network stability and performance Create, adjust, and maintain network user settings and permissions Write technical support documentation for network systems and applications Propose improvements to increase the IT value to the organization Provide assistance to the IT help desk team when required Participate in both corporate wide IT projects and facility localized projects Identify, develop, and implement training for employees and technicians for the use of the LAN, WAN, WIFI and associated networking systems as well as the maintenance and repair and troubleshooting of systems. Develop and conduct various training programs for system users to improve user skills, productivity, and accuracy. Educate and inform staff on cybersecurity issues and common security protection methods Work with SOC team to ensure solid cyber security for the entire organization Requirements: Required skills and qualifications Three or more years of experience in a network administration role Comprehensive knowledge of networking concepts, computing infrastructures and troubleshooting Proven skills in network engineering, operations, and performance analysis In depth knowledge of Microsoft Active directory, DHCP, DNS, Group Policy and PowerShell Experience with leading server management and monitoring tools Strong communication skills for training, assisting end users and interacting with leadership Excellent knowledge of VMWare, O365, Azure AD, Firewall Technologies, and Windows Server Operating Systems Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in computer science or related field Preferred skills and qualifications Experience with VPN and MFA technologies Experience with Fortinet Firewalls and Access Points, Watch Guard Firewalls, Mimecast, and LANSweeper Experience with Synology Appliances and Backup Applications Experience with either EMC SANs or other storage units and either Cisco or Dell switches Experience with MS SQL a plus Professional certification, such as CISSP, CCNA, or CCNP a plus Familiar with CMMC and NIST security standards and certification processes a plus Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, talk and hear. The employee must be able to squat, stoop or kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items of light to moderate weight. The employee is regularly required to communicate in person and by telephone, read regular and small print, sit, use limited mobility in an office setting, use manual dexterity to type and enter data, and use sight to read and prepare documents and reports. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works both indoors and outdoors and regularly drives a motor vehicle between work sites. The employee may work near moving mechanical equipment and have the potential threat of electric shock. The noise level in the work environment varies from quiet to loud. 30% travel maybe required during project-based activities along with routine visit schedules Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in computer science or related field (Required) Experience: Equivalent: 3 years (Required)