Network Administrator - Hybrid - 21332

The A.C.Coy company has an immediate opening for a Network Administrator. Ideal candidates must have at least a year of combined domain knowledge in legal services and IT, proficiency in network security principles, and hands-on network engineering experience including expertise in routing and switching, SD-WAN with Velo Cloud SD-WAN being a plus, data center infrastructure, Aruba wireless and ClearPass, and Network Access Control.

Responsibilities Conduct network maintenance and system upgrades including patches and security settings Configure and install routers, switches, firewalls, SD-WAN, VPN, QoS, and NAC. Monitor network performance to ensure system reliability. Identify trends in system resource utilization and engage in capacity planning.

Collaborate with the security team to choose and implement security tools, policies, and procedures. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of network configurations, changes, and troubleshooting procedures for future reference and knowledge sharing. Communicate with network equipment vendors, evaluate new products and technologies, and manage relationships to stay informed about updates, patches, and support options.

Work closely with other IT departments to integrate IT network components into overall IT infrastructure. Respond to network incidents, assess their impact, and implement corrective measures to restore service and prevent recurrence. Regularly apply software and firmware updates to network devices to address security vulnerabilities and ensure system stability.

Qualifications Required Education CCNA or higher certification preferred Required Experience 1-3 years of combined domain knowledge in legal services and IT. Familiarity with configuration testing, validation methodologies, and effective troubleshooting. Understanding of change management principles, minimizing disruptions during network changes.

Capability to assess and mitigate risks, with attention to accuracy and potential issues. Proficiency in network security principles, secure configurations, and awareness of associated risks. Experience with monitoring tools, including Wireshark, for issue identification and performance measurement.

Comprehensive understanding of networking protocols, OSI/TCP/IP model, and network systems. Ability to analyze, evaluate, implement, and troubleshoot Wi-Fi and security infrastructure. Proven hands-on network engineering experience.