Job Title: Network/Systems Administrator

Job Type: On Location

Location: Richmond Heights, OH

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Network/Systems Administrator to join our dynamic IT team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and supporting all aspects of our local and wide area network infrastructure. The successful candidate will deploy and maintain hardware, software, systems, and associated applications, ensuring data security and optimal network configurations. If you are a self-motivated professional with a strong background in network administration, we invite you to apply.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain compliance with all physical and logical network security requirements, following company procedures, client standards, and governing agency regulations.
• Monitor, resolve, and enhance connectivity to Microsoft 365 cloud infrastructure.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute email migrations from legacy Exchange and Google to Microsoft 365 cloud infrastructure.
• Support, troubleshoot, and optimize SonicWall firewalls.
• Monitor network-related activities, promptly resolving high-level alerts.
• Install, configure, and administer changes for networking devices, including Firewalls, Switches, and Routers.
• Provide network architecture design and recommend infrastructure changes based on local and regional business requirements.
• Support network vulnerability penetration assessments and conduct timely remediation.
• Maintain centralized log management for all networking devices.
• Configure and test network connectivity with clients, such as VPN and IPSEC tunnels.
• Manage network devices to ensure security, performance, and troubleshoot issues.
• Document all changes to networking devices using the required change management process.
• Support, administer, and monitor intrusion detection and prevention systems.
• Document and maintain network diagrams to keep configuration changes current.
• Implement new solutions and maintain the network infrastructure.
• Collaborate with corporate and regional IT teams to support network administration requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, plus five years of related experience, or a combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of work experience across Windows Server operating systems, PC/Server LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi networks, and connectivity.
• 3+ years of experience with SonicWall firewalls.
• Prior experience working with Cyber Security tools and encryption methods.
• Good knowledge of network protocols, including VLAN, TCP/IP, DHCP, and DNS.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, Azure, and Exchange cloud infrastructure.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Thorough understanding of system administration tasks, networking concepts, and configuration.
• Ability to evaluate requirements to craft system network designs and new solutions.
• Ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision; self-motivated, self-disciplined, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize tasks with strong attention to detail and to work well under pressure in meeting tight deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Responsible for maintaining confidentiality.
• High-level verbal and written communication skills.

If you have a passion for network administration and a proven track record in managing complex systems, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in shaping the future of our network infrastructure and contributing to the success of our organization. Apply now by sending resumes, cover letters and inquiries to john@emeraldresourcegroup.com.

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