Network Administrator

TITLE: Network Administrator

LOCATION: North Houston

TYPE: Direct Hire

SALARY: $65,000 - $75,000

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a Network Administrator as an addition to their team.

DUTIES:
- Install, configure, and support network equipment.
- Update network equipment to the latest firmware releases.
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed.
- Participate in network architecture design and engineering.
- Maintain cloud network components within an Amazon Web Services environment an Azure environment.
- Assist with helpdesk support tickets and work directly with end users to resolve technical issues

REQUIREMENTS:
- 4+ years of experience in Networking Administration/Engineering.
- Proven network administration of multi-site organization
- Understanding of networking concepts such as the OSI Model, TCP/IP, Routing Protocols, IPsec VPN, and NAT
- Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (Amazon Web Services, Azure…)
- Knowledge of wireless network design and troubleshooting.
- Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy, integrity, and accountability.
- Ability to have a flexible schedule to accommodate after-hours response to incident-related escalations when necessary.
- Success supporting Cisco/Meraki Firewalls, Wireless, VPN, IDS/IPS, Switches and Routers in a global environment.
- Strong technical and communication skills and be able to prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Should be detail and goal oriented and have a strong desire to learn new technologies.