Network Administrator – Wheeling, IL

Please reference code NETADM

SUMMARY

The Taubensee Network Administrator will install, maintain, and support the organization's information technology systems. You'll test system components to ensure that computers, software, and network equipment function seamlessly together. The Network Administrator oversees the company's LAN, WAN, intranet, or Internet systems through the direction of department or company leadership. Additional responsibilities include focus on network security, IT audit, or system upgrade research.

DUTIES

Administer, maintain, and install networking components, including firewalls, routers, switches, cabling, WiFi, content management, security appliances, and other network services
Administer, maintain, and install computer servers, network attached storage, and virtual systems
Administer backup and recovery systems
Responsible for security and confidentiality of data
Design and implement periodic system maintenance and update schedules
Provide escalated or first response technical support, as needed
Document all aspects of network systems and IT department policies
Help support and train end users on implemented technologies
Travel to all TSW facilities to install systems, network components, troubleshoot, etc.
Additional responsibilities as needed

REQUIREMENTS

Technical Expertise

Able to perform effective hands-on technical support and can be a resource to anyone who needs technical aid
Has excellent understanding of network design standards and can effectively operate, administer, and maintain network and server systems by Apple, Microsoft, SCO UNIX, Redhat Linux, Debian Linux, Cisco, HP, and Others
Understanding of security, based on accepted industry standards
Has strong demonstrated understanding of additional network standards such as DNS, DHCP, LDAP, VLAN, Web Proxies, Firewalls, NAT, SSH, Telnet
Can operate, setup, configure, and troubleshoot VMware vSphere, VMware ESXi, Microsoft Windows, RedHat Linux, and Apple Mac OS X systems
Understands the importance of backing up systems and proper maintenance of in production systems

Education & Experience

Positive and professional attitude required
Must maintain confidentiality at all times
Bachelor’s degree preferred, 4+ years of experience preferred
Strong communication (verbal and written) along with strong organizational skills are required