The Network Administrator is responsible for maintaining the company's computer networks, ensuring optimal performance and security. This role is crucial in supporting business operations by managing network infrastructure, troubleshooting issues, and implementing upgrades to enhance system efficiency.
- Install and configure network hardware and software.
- Monitor network performance to ensure availability and reliability.
- Troubleshoot network issues and perform necessary repairs or upgrades.
- Implement security measures to protect data, software, and hardware.
- Maintain documentation of network configurations, processes, and service records.
- Collaborate with IT team members on projects related to networking needs.
- Manage user access permissions for the network.
- Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP), routing, switching technologies.
- Proficient in using network monitoring tools like Wireshark or SolarWinds.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
The Network Administrator's performance is evaluated based on maintaining high uptime rates for networks, reducing incident response times, successful implementation of security protocols without breaches or data loss incidents occurring within their purview during evaluation periods
Network Uptime
Ensure 99.9% uptime across all managed networks.
Incident Response Time
Reduce average time taken from issue detection through resolution
Security Protocol Implementation
Successful deployment without breaches
Reports to
IT Manager
Collaborates with
Systems Administrators; Help Desk Support Staff; Security Analysts
Leads
- Cisco IOS
- Wireshark
- SolarWinds NPM
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; 3-5 years experience managing enterprise-level networks
