Network Administrator - Columbia, United States - Science and Engineering Services

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    Network Administrator, Req. 2133

    We are looking for a Network Administrator to maintain a reliable, secure and efficient data communications network.

    The ideal candidate will be able to deploy, configure, maintain and monitor all active network equipment in order to ensure smooth network operation.

    Responsibilities


    • Fully support, configure, maintain and upgrade networks and in house servers
    • Install and integrate new server hardware and applications
    • Keep an eye out for needed updates
    • Support and administer third-party applications
    • Ensure network security and connectivity
    • Monitor network performance (availability, utilization, throughput, goodput, and latency) and test for weaknesses
    • Set up user accounts, permissions and passwords
    • Resolve problems reported by end user
    • Define network policies and procedures
    • Specify system requirements and design solutions
    • Research and make recommendations on server system administration
    • Proven experience in a network administrator role
    • Hands on experience in networking, routing and switching
    • Excellent knowledge of best practices around management, control, and monitoring of server infrastructure
    • Experience with firewalls, Internet VPN's remote implementation, troubleshooting, and problem resolution is desired
    • Ability to set up and configure server hardware
    • Familiarity with backup and recovery software and methodologies
    • Great at organizing, prioritizing and multitasking
    • Minimum 3 year experience.
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