Network Specialist/Network Administrator

About the role

The Network Specialist/Network Administrator is a full time onsite position in Warsaw, Indiana. The objective of this position is to ensure the stable and secure operation of our corporate LAN/WAN across our data center and 16+ remote sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain servers and their associated operating systems and software
• Perform system backups and recovery
• Troubleshoot and diagnose connectivity issues
• Manage and maintain all network appliances and network connectivity for all systems
• Maintain networking equipment firmware and software upgrades
• Monitor and test network performance and provide performance statistics and reports
• Recommend, schedule, and perform network improvements, upgrades, and repairs
• Provide 2nd and 3rd level end user technical support
• Remotely work with users to resolve local issues

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience supporting network infrastructure and security
• Comprehensive working knowledge of infrastructure protocols (DNS, AD, DHCP, SMTP, IP, etc.)
• Demonstrated expertise in wired and wireless network architecture and implementation
• Experience with Microsoft Server 2008 – 2019 and Windows 10 and 11 operating systems
• Advanced technical knowledge of security solutions, including firewalls and managed switches
• Proven experience with virtualization platforms (VMWare and/or Hyper-V)
• Demonstrated competency with backup and recovery solutions (Veeam Backup software)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Advanced proficiency in PowerShell scripting and automation
• Professional experience supporting Microsoft 365 enterprise environments
• Hands-on experience with Citrix Desktop/ADC infrastructure

Benefits

• 100% Employee Owned Company (Employee Stock Ownership/Retirement Plan) and 401k with employer match
• Vacation and PTO
• Multiple Health and Supplemental Insurance Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental wellness
• Discount programs for phone service, travel, and other purchases