POSITION DESCRIPTION
This position helps users achieve optimum use of their computer networks by performing needs analysis, procurement support, installation, training and problem resolution for the local and wide area networks. Responsible for configuration, operation, and administration of network server hardware, operating systems, and communications links. Defines and implements solutions to integrate desktop and shared devices into local and wide area networks and/or other host-based networks. Recommends appropriate computer tools to users including equipment software, documentation, and training.
Incumbent has daily contact with team members, all levels of employees as end users, customers and vendor representatives. Responsible for coordination of all activities regarding the organization's data networks.
Essential Area of Responsibility:
Analyzes user needs. Recommends appropriate network configurations to meet users’ needs and departmental standards.
Performs analysis of network needs and contributes to design of network architecture, integration and installation. Designs, configures, monitors and optimizes local and wide area networks and printers for optimal performance, maximum availability, minimal maintenance, and reasonable costs.
Implements and maintains bridges, routers, gateways, remote access servers, domain servers, security firewalls, peripherals, network nodes, terminals, wiring, application and device servers and Internet or Intranet devices and connections.
Designs, configures, maintains and manages network security features for local and wide area networks. Configures, monitors, and maintains anti-virus programs to insure network and systems integrity. Adds and deletes users as required on network servers and applications.
Performs preventative and fault isolation maintenance on the local and wide area networks. Performs file maintenance on servers, domains, user files and/or data bases and other equipment as necessary.
Establishes and controls systems access and security.
Analyzes, recommends, and evaluates new hardware, software, and communications products for network compatibility and applicability.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field or equivalent technical or professional experience related to the design, installation, and maintenance of local and Wide area network required. CNE (Certified Network Engineer) certification, preferred.
Minimum five years related work experience with a minimum of two years experience installing and maintaining local and wide area networks required.