Network Systems Administrator

Emerald Resource Group, Inc. • Barberton, OH • 8h ago

Workplace Type: Onsite/Remote Employment Type: Full Time Job Location: Barberton, OH

Position Summary:

The Network Systems Administrator is responsible for the management, maintenance, and optimization of the organization's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and related systems. This role ensures reliable connectivity, security, and performance while supporting operational goals and ongoing IT projects.

Responsibilities:

Network Management: Administer, configure, and maintain network systems, including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless infrastructure to ensure secure and optimal performance.

Systems Administration: Manage servers (Windows/Linux), storage solutions, and cloud-based platforms, ensuring uptime, availability, and system health.

Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Proactively monitor network and system performance, identify issues, and resolve outages or performance bottlenecks.

Security Compliance: Implement and maintain network security policies, perform vulnerability assessments, and manage updates/patches to ensure compliance with organizational and industry standards.

Backup & Recovery: Design, execute, and maintain data backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.

Project Implementation: Assist in planning and executing IT infrastructure upgrades, expansions, and migrations (e.g., wireless deployments, hardware refreshes, virtualization projects).

Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed system documentation, network diagrams, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Provide regular reports on system and network performance.

User Support: Provide technical support to end-users, troubleshoot network/system issues, and ensure smooth IT operations across departments.

Knowledge & Experience Required:

3--5 years of experience in network/system administration, including hands-on experience with network devices, virtualization, cloud platforms, and security tools.

Skills:

Proficiency in managing Cisco, Sophos, Dell, PaloAlto, Arista, Juniper or similar network hardware.

Experience with virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).

Strong understanding of network protocols, firewalls, and security best practices.

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Preferred Skills:

Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., PRTG, Auvik, Solarwinds).

Experience with scripting (PowerShell, Python) for automation.

Knowledge of IT governance frameworks (ITIL) and disaster recovery planning.

Education & Certifications Desired:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CCNA, Network+, MCSE, or Azure Administrator preferred.

Personal Attributes Desired:

Self-Development

Collaborates

Cultivate Innovation

Detail Orientation

Instills Trust

Decision Quality

Information Management Skills

Values Diversity

Nimble Learning

Job-Specific Knowledge

Customer Focus

Optimize Work Processes

Ensures Accountability

Work Conditions:

Sitting for extended periods of time.

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components.

Physically able to participate in training sessions, presentations, and meetings.

Some travel may be requi

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