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Network Core & Security System Administrator

Menards

Eau Claire, WI

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Android, Authentication, AutoCAD, Automation, BGP Routing Protocol, Cafeteria, Capacity Utilization, Communication Skills, Communications Security (COMSEC), Computer Networks, Computer Security, Computer Systems, Customer Support/Service, Digital Certificates, Distribution Services, Documentation, EIGRP (Enhanced IGRP), Emerging Technology, Ethernet Cable, Fiber Optics, Firewalls, IPsec (IP Security), Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet/IP Telephony, Layer 2 Switching, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Windows Mobile, Mobile Operating System, Multitasking, Music, Negotiation Skills, Netflow, Network Administration/Management, Network Configuration Management, Network Management Software, Network Monitoring, Network Operations Center, Network Routers, Network Security, Network Support, Network System Hardware, Network Systems, Object Oriented Analysis (OOA), Object Oriented Design (OOD), On Call, Open Shortest Path First Protocol (OSPF), Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Protocol Analysis, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Remote Access, Retail, SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), SSL-TLS (Secure Socket Layer - Transport Layer Security), Security Attacks, Systems Administration/Management, TACACS (Terminal Access Controller Access Control System), Team Player, Technical Support, VPN (Virtual Private Network), VoIP (Voice over IP), Writing Skills, iOS
LOCATION
Eau Claire, WI
POSTED
13 days ago

Why Work for Menards?

  • Profit Sharing & 401K, Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • Team Member Discount
  • Highly collaborative work environment
  • On campus coffee shop/cafeteria with live music!
  • Pay based on experience

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Network System Administrator position on the Network Core & Security team will participate in the day-to-day administration, support, and ongoing enhancement of Menard, Inc.’s enterprise network infrastructure.  Applicants should have experience or training supporting mission-critical network environments, maximizing system uptime, and maintaining performance.  Candidates must be able to work in a secure, mission-critical production-computing environment.  The position will be responsible for installing and maintaining networks in corporate, distribution, manufacturing, and retail locations.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Network Maintenance & Support:

  • Participate in the day-to-day maintenance of Menard’s Data Center systems.
  • Network Segmentation solutions (Firewalls)
  • Core Routing/Switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, Application Centric Networking)
  • Storage Networking Solutions
  • User Authentication and Certificate Management
  • Application Layer Load Balancing (L4-L7)
  • Provide technical support to Menard’s corporate staff’s network communication and security needs
  • Provide remote access support for Menards staff and vendors.
  • Identify, investigate, resolve and document problems
  • Monitor network uptime, capacity, performance, and security threats.
  • Configure and maintain network management and IPAM systems

* New Systems:

  • Work with Management and Senior Level Team Members to design complex data center communication, security, and authentication solutions
  • Implement network equipment and management tools
  • Support all physical cabling, hardware, and network management tools within the data center environments.

* Development:

  • Analyze all aspects of the systems and develop/implement plans to improve items such as utilization, capacity and performance
  • Keep informed and educated on emerging technologies
  • Research, evaluate and recommend new technologies, platforms, protocols and applications in order to meet Menard, Inc.’s business requirements
  • Develop policy and procedure documentation for new and existing systems
  • Design, deploy, and maintain a high level of network segmentation companywide.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Information Technology or Network related field OR Equivalent work experience
  • Excellent object-oriented analysis and design skills
  • Excellent customer service, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Excellent analytical skills for problem determination and resolution
  • Ability to remain calm and courteous in demanding situations
  • Ability to successfully negotiate with vendors to provide service to the corporation
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively
  • Strong proficiency with:
    • Routers and routing protocols (BGP,OSPF,EIGRP)
    • Switching and layer 2 technologies
    • Automation Technologies (Python)
    • IPT and VoIP systems
    • Network security with firewalls and ACLs
    • Secure Authentication with radius, TACACS, and two factor authentication
    • IPsec and SSL VPNs
    • Protocol problem analysis
    • Network monitoring (SNMP, NetFlow)
    • Mobile operating systems (Android, iOS, Windows Mobile)
    • Cabling standards (Cat5e, Cat6, and fiber optics)
    • Documentation tools (Microsoft Visio, AutoCAD)
  • Must work within designated normal office hours assigned or required by work
  • May be required to work overtime and provide on call support, including weekends and holidays
  • Relocation to Eau Claire, WI is required

About the Company

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