Bizzell Corporation · 1 month ago
Network Administrator I
New Carrollton, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
2+ years expBizzell Group is a consulting, strategy, investment, and technology firm dedicated to improving lives and accelerating positive change. They are seeking a skilled and motivated Network Administrator to manage and maintain their network infrastructure, ensuring operational readiness and security while providing technical support.
Industrial ManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
The Network Administrator will oversee the management and maintenance of the network infrastructure at the firm
This role is pivotal in ensuring the operational readiness and security of the network and working with professionals to provide seamless network operations, troubleshooting, and technical support
Network Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices
Network Design & Capacity Planning: Develop and implement strategic network designs to ensure optimal performance, scalability, and future-proofing. This includes but is not limited to, evaluating new networking technologies as well as making and possibly spearheading recommendations for improvements
Security Management: Manage and implement security solutions, including firewalls, anti-virus, secure VPNs, and intrusion detection systems, to safeguard network infrastructure. Ensure compliance with cybersecurity best practices and regulatory requirements
EC2 & WordPress Maintenance/Development: Experience and ability to support with both EC2 and WordPress – provide support for Amazon EC2 instances and WordPress site management, including inventory, regular updates, security patches, and performance optimization
Proactive Monitoring & Maintenance: Continuously monitor network performance and security to identify and resolve potential issues before they impact business operations. Exploring automated monitoring tools to ensure 24/7 network reliability
Disaster Recovery & Backup: Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans. Ensure regular backups of critical network data are captured and securely stored. Test and update these plans regularly to guarantee quick recovery in the event of network failure or security breach
Installation & Configuration: Install, configure, and maintain network hardware, software, and peripherals. Ensuring all systems are functioning effectively. This includes routers, switches, firewalls, network storage, and other essential equipment
Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate and up to date documentation of network configurations, process, and procedures. Provide regular reports on network performance, security incidents, and utilization
Vendor Coordination: Work with vendors to manage and support network infrastructure, including hardware procurement, software licensing, and technical support contracts
Customer Service & Help Desk: Provide exceptional customer service, assisting with help desk operations and troubleshooting network-related issues
Diagnosis & Repair: Diagnose problems with network equipment and perform necessary repairs or upgrades to maintain network integrity
Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest network technologies and security threats, recommending and implementing improvements as needed
Federal Client Network Management: Manage and coordinate the network infrastructure across multiple federal occupational health sites throughout the U.S. This involves ensuring compliance with federal standards, leading network design and deployment projects, and collaborating with federal stakeholders to deliver secure and reliable network solutions. The role also includes overseeing network-related aspects of federal contracts, ensuring alignment with client requirements, and managing timelines, budgets, and resources effectively
Leadership: May lead or assist the technology team with the development and maintenance of Authority to Operate (ATO) packages and provide advanced cybersecurity planning
Qualification
Required
Strong understanding of network design, capacity planning, and security management
Experience with installing and maintaining network file servers, network infrastructure, and operating systems
Proficient in network monitoring tools and techniques
Excellent troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues quickly in a fast-paced environment
Excellent customer service and help desk operation skills
Comprehensive knowledge of desktop applications, operating systems (Windows 10 workstation OS), networking, and iOS devices
Experience in disaster recovery planning and execution
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and cloud-based applications
Ability to provide hardware, software, and network problem resolutions through a helpdesk environment
Strong vendor management and negotiation skills
Ability to work independently and as a team
Outstanding customer service skills, with a focus on internal and external stakeholders
Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to function well in a high-paced environment
Proactive, with a strong desire for continuous learning and improvement
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Data Processing or a related field
2-3 years of experience in networking or a combination of education and relevant experience
Relevant certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Network+, Security+ or equivalent
Preferred
Information Security Systems Officer certification/experience
Company
Bizzell Corporation
Bizzell Corporation is a veteran owned company providing solutions supporting the US Intelligence Community.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dianna Williams
Chief Financial Officer
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