Network Administrator

Essential Job Functions

• Install, configure, and maintain network devices like routers, switches, access points, servers, and cables.
• Continuously monitor network performance, traffic patterns, and identify potential issues using monitoring tools.
• Diagnose and resolve network connectivity problems, including hardware failures, configuration errors, and connectivity issues.
• Implement and maintain network security measures like firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and access controls.
• Perform regular backups of network configuration and data to ensure disaster recovery capabilities.
• Apply software updates and patches to network devices and operating systems to address security vulnerabilities.
• Maintain detailed documentation of network infrastructure, configurations, and procedures.
• Assess network needs and plan for future growth and scalability.
• Aid in evaluating and recommending IT solutions, products, and services.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to protect data, software, and hardware.
• Maintain and administer deployment standards for network builds, updates, and patch management.
• Respond to requests to assist in critical problem resolution, including after-hours support needs.
• Utilize ticketing system to track defects and requested enhancements.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement hardware and software replacements or upgrades.
• Participate in scheduled monthly maintenance windows.

Education, Training, and Experience Requirements

• A High School Diploma
• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field preferred
• At least three years of professional experience in a technology field. Or an equal combination of education and experience.

Background Check Requirement

Ability to successfully pass background screening.

Physical Requirements

• All positions at Zoot require the ability to move about inside an office environment which includes the operation of computers and other office productivity machinery and frequently communicates with other employees, clients, vendors, and visitors.
• This position specifically requires long periods of sitting at a computer workstation.
• Working Conditions | Work Hours | Location: This position will take place primarily in an office setting. To optimize team performance, the workspace for this position is typically a cubicle setting in an open space environment. It is expected that exempt employees, and specifically this position, regularly and consistently report to work on-site, at Zoot headquarters, during normal business hours. Occasional nighttime and weekend work is required within the position. This position may occasionally require travel.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job which may include helping others in the same or different departments, may be assigned by supervision.