Junior Systems and Network Specialist

The Junior Network/Systems Administrator reports to the Manager of Network Services and is a member of the Network Services Team. They will assist team members with support, maintenance and optimization of core network services, servers, and communications systems.

Responsibilities:

• Networking
  • Assists in administering and maintaining corporate LAN infrastructure, including network cabling, testing network connectivity, firewall configurations, wireless access points, etc.
  • Assists in administering and maintaining corporate WAN infrastructure, backhaul technologies, WAN and Internet routing protocols, etc.
• Telephony
  • Troubleshoots and maintains traditional POTS systems, including analog voice and fax.
  • Manages and maintains Voice over IP systems, including Skype for Business/Microsoft Teams
• Server Administration
  • Manage and maintain servers, including but not limited to Linux and Windows Servers.
  • Assists with administering virtualization platforms, including VMware vSphere.
  • Manage and maintain enterprise data storage solutions utilizing iSCSI, NFS, and similar technologies.
  • Administers common network services, such as DNS, DHCP, NTP, etc.
  • Manage maintain scripts using common scripting languages, including bash, batch and powershell.

Requirements:

• Formal Education: High School Diploma
• Additional Knowledge/Skills:
  • Working knowledge of computer systems, peripherals, and communications equipment
  • Working knowledge of computer networking and cabling infrastructure
  • Working knowledge of communication systems for data, voice and video.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment to resolve issues and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision and under own initiative.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with KO employees as well as vendors and suppliers.
  • Ability to write documentation and training materials.
  • Self-motivated to learn and acquire new skills.
  • Possesses excellent problem solving skills.

Alfred University actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee, student or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Protected veterans, minorities and women are encouraged to apply.