On Site Network Administrator

Under the general supervision of the Infrastructure Manager, the Network Administrator oversees the county’s network and communications systems. This role involves installing, configuring, and maintaining network infrastructure components, including switches, routers, firewalls, access points, and the phone system. The position is responsible for deploying new network devices and ensuring their ongoing performance and reliability within the county’s infrastructure. This position requires the employee to be on site.

Expert-level experience in security of network infrastructure, deployment, configuration, optimization, policy management and administering firewalls
Expert-level routing and switching experience (OSPF, BGP, MPLS, Q-in-Q), including LAN/WAN/Security/Architecture
Install, configure, manage, and optimize enterprise-grade wireless access points, controllers, and other wireless technologies.
Strong experience with IP and ethernet technologies (VLAN, QOS, RPVSTP), L1-L7 technologies.
Responsible for maintaining comprehensive documentation describing the LAN\WAN layout and operational considerations.
Responsible for the cabling and wiring of county facilities to ensure network connectivity.
Analyzes system or application usage and plans for growth or increases in network capacity.
Practices network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information.
Provide Tier 2/3 support for escalated network issues. Performs related duties as required.
Requires travel between buildings; may require evenings or weekends.
Must be available for on-call.

Requires an associate degree in related field with 3 to 5 years’ experience in network administration with enterprise level setup and troubleshooting. 
Experience cloud-based management platforms such as Aruba Central, Extreme Cloud IQ, Arista Threat Management, and Cisco Meraki. 
Thorough understanding of ethernet, fiber, and related physical technologies. 
Must have valid driver’s license, clean driving record and be able to pass an FBI / CJIS fingerprint and background check.
CCNA, Security+, CCNP, and equivalent highly desired.
Experience with Palo Alto, Cisco, Untangle, Extreme, and Aruba are a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer