Careerscape is recruiting on behalf of our client, a growing organization in the Newark, New Jersey area, for an experienced Network Administrator to join their IT team. This hybrid role is ideal for a hands-on networking professional who wants to take ownership of a company's day-to-day network operations while contributing to longer-term infrastructure planning and security initiatives.
Day to day, you will monitor network performance, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and keep servers, switches, and firewalls running smoothly, often juggling a few priorities at once. The role suits someone who is calm under pressure during an outage, enjoys documenting systems so others can follow along, and takes pride in building a stable, secure network that the rest of the business can depend on.
Responsibilities
- Administer and maintain LAN, WAN, and wireless network infrastructure
- Monitor network performance and proactively resolve connectivity issues
- Configure and manage firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs
- Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy
- Implement and maintain network security protocols and access controls
- Perform regular system backups and disaster recovery testing
- Document network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides
- Support onboarding and offboarding of employees from a network access perspective
- Collaborate with IT staff and vendors on infrastructure upgrades and projects
- Respond to and resolve help desk tickets related to network connectivity
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent experience
- Five or more years of experience administering enterprise network environments
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, and switching
- Experience with Cisco or similar networking hardware
- Hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, and virtualization platforms
- Familiarity with network security best practices and firewall management
- CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA certification preferred
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate technical information clearly to non-technical staff
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k with employer match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Hybrid work schedule
- Life and disability insurance
- Professional development and certification reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Collaborative and supportive team environment