Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled IT Specialist to join our innovative technology team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of managing and supporting our complex IT infrastructure, ensuring seamless network operations, robust security measures, and efficient system performance. Your expertise will drive the implementation of cutting-edge solutions, troubleshoot technical issues proactively, and optimize our network and system environments to support organizational growth and operational excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about leveraging your technical skills to make a tangible impact, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Duties
- Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure including LAN (Local Area Network), WAN (Wide Area Network), VLANs, and wireless networks using Cisco routers, switches, and Meraki devices.
- Configure and support network hardware such as RAID controllers, SAN (Storage Area Network), and load balancers to ensure high availability and data integrity.
- Manage network security protocols including Cisco ASA firewalls, Cisco ISE for identity services, VPN configurations, PKI (Public Key Infrastructure), LDAP authentication, and system hardening practices.
- Troubleshoot complex network issues involving routing protocols like OSPF, BGP, EIGRP; network protocols such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS; and network hardware to minimize downtime.
- Oversee system administration tasks across multiple operating systems including Windows, Linux distributions like Debian, CentOS, openSUSE, Ubuntu, Solaris, BSD variants; perform system troubleshooting and perform regular vulnerability assessments using tools like Splunk and SolarWinds.
- Support virtualization environments such as VMware vSphere and ESXi; manage cloud platforms like AWS and Azure; implement disaster recovery strategies ensuring high availability through load balancing techniques.
- Develop automation scripts using PowerShell, Bash scripting, Ansible or other DevOps tools to streamline operations; monitor network performance with PRTG or SolarWinds; conduct regular security audits to safeguard organizational data.
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of computer networking concepts including routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), IP networking fundamentals, VLANs, QoS policies, Ethernet switching, and network architecture design.
- Proficiency with Cisco networking equipment—routers (Cisco routers), switches (Cisco switches), ASA firewalls—and Meraki solutions for cloud-managed networks.
- Strong understanding of network security measures such as VPN configuration (IPsec & SSL), SSO integration, encryption standards, vulnerability assessment techniques, IDS/IPS systems.
- Hands-on experience with operating systems including Windows Server environments and various Linux distributions; familiarity with system hardening practices.
- Ability to configure and support enterprise-grade storage solutions like SANs; manage Active Directory environments; implement GPOs (Group Policy Objects) for centralized management.
- Skilled in scripting languages such as Bash or PowerShell for automation purposes; experience with DevOps tools like Ansible for configuration management.
- Knowledge of network monitoring tools including SolarWinds or PRTG; experience with SFTP/FTP/HTTPS protocols for secure data transfer; familiarity with open-source tools like Nagios or Zabbix is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills in technical troubleshooting support across diverse IT infrastructure components; excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organization where your technical expertise will shape the future of our IT landscape!
Pay: $26.81 - $32.29 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
