We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Network Administrator to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of our organization's network infrastructure. This role requires a proactive problem solver with a deep understanding of network architecture and best practices to ensure high availability, security, and performance.

Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain secure and scalable network solutions, including VPN, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, and cloud network and storage.

• Deploy, manage, and optimize virtual environments on-premises and in the cloud.

• Monitor and troubleshoot network performance, ensuring high availability and reliability.

• Develop strategies for the storage, backup, and archival of all enterprise data including third-party applications.

• Configure and manage network hardware such as routers, switches, firewalls, and access points.

• Implement and maintain network security measures and encryption protocols in collaboration with security and business partners.

• Conduct regular network assessments, vulnerability tests, and audits.

• Collaborate with IT teams to support servers, storage, and enterprise applications.

• Manage Microsoft 365 environments including Entra, Defender, Intune, SharePoint, etc.

• Manage and maintain network documentation, including topology diagrams and configuration details.

Qualifications

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in network administration, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.

• Network certifications preferred.

  Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in configuring and managing enterprise-level networking hardware (Cisco Meraki, Aruba, or similar).

• In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs.

• Expertise in data protection, backup, and recovery (Veeam. Cloudflare, etc.)

• Skilled with administration and implementation of network monitoring and management tools (PRTG, SolarWinds, Wireshark, etc.).

• Skill in managing virtual environments with VMware and other desktop virtualization tools.

• Strong understanding of network security practices and technologies.

• Understanding of cloud networking and storage solutions (AWS, Azure, etc.).

• Familiarity with creating/managing interfaces with application partners.

  Physical Demands:

• Frequent: sitting, standing, walking, grasping, carrying, and speaking.

• Occasional reaching, bending, and stooping.

• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds--with assistance if needed