Network & Systems Administrator

Job Title: Network & Systems Administrator

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Experience: 8-11 years

Primary Skills: Windows System Administration, Network Administration

Secondary Skills: HTTP, SSL/TLS, SOAP, Cloud Knowledge

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Technology Support Specialist is responsible for providing IT and Security support related to computer systems, hardware, and software to the Securonix global staff. This role is integral to the continued operations of the company by ensuring that our employees have the technology and tools functioning as needed to perform their job duties in a secure fashion.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform administration and internal support of PCs, laptops, mobile devices, printers, servers, and other related equipment located on-site and in satellite offices.

Respond to telephone calls, emails and help ticket requests for technical support.

Identify, research, and resolve technical problems with timely resolution and follow-up.

Diagnose requests to determine level of technical assistance required; if unable to resolve problem, escalate the request to the proper resource

Provision and deprovision process of user accounts, system access, and overall directory service management

Monitor and maintain technology to ensure maximum access and efficient operations.

Assist with security operations and compliance initiatives.

Assist with managing internal and external vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.

Assist in creating and maintaining security policies, procedures, and standards documentation.

Ensure software and firmware patching is scheduled and performed on a regular basis.

Monitor vulnerability tracking services for new security alerts, vulnerabilities, and exposures for internal and production systems.

Notify IT staff of new vulnerabilities and coordinates the installation of security patches.

Monitor logs on a regular basis and creates security reports based on that information as needed.

Supports ongoing security efforts by coordinating the remediation of security vulnerabilities.

Assist with planning and implementing future software and hardware upgrades.

Complete security and compliance assessments and questionnaires as required by our clients.

Conduct security and compliance assessments of our vendors.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Bachelors degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Network Security, Information Security, Information Technology or equivalent work experience.

Minimum of 3-4 years working as a Windows System Administrator, Network Administrator, Security Analyst or similar role.

Minimum of 1 year customer service experience in a fast-paced help desk or customer contact environment.

Advanced knowledge in Directory Services, DNS, Group Policy, and DHCP

Expertise in computer hardware and software systems and programs including but not limited to emails, industry specific software, telecommunications, video conferencing systems and software, AV equipment, computer networks, network administration and network installation.

Intermediate understanding of HTTP, SSL/TLS, SOAP, and reverse proxies

Basic understanding of a cloud environment and infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.)

Basic understanding of Security Information & Event Management (SIEM) concepts and functionality

Intermediate incident response experience

Basic experience with configuration and troubleshooting of network switches, routers, and firewalls.

Knowledge of networking including TCP/IP

Basic understanding of routing

Troubleshoot technical issues.

Physically set up workstations for new employees including new CPU's, monitors and related components (i.e., keyboards, mouse, speakers, webcam, etc.)

Ability to work independently, analyse data, take and recommend appropriate actions with minimal supervision.

Superior analytical, organizational and problem-solving abilities

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Must work flexible hours, including late nights and weekends,

Prioritize multiple "High Priority" request for most efficient operations,

Ability to remain patient and professional when faced with difficult situations,