Network Administrator

Description

Position: Network Administrator- Brighton Corporation Reports to: IT Manager Direct reports: None Exempt Status: Salaried Exempt Date Last Updated: September 2026 Major Responsibilities The following Network Administrator duties and responsibilities will be performed under the direction and supervision of the IT Manager. This position will be responsible for;

Administration Support server, network, and end user operations on a 24/7/365 basis that may include: Deployments, upgrades, hardware rollouts, troubleshooting, administration, and related operation functions

Configures, upgrades, installs, troubleshoots, and manages network firewalls (Palo Alto), VPN, Cisco switches, Unify Networks access points, network devices, server hardware and software

Maintain hardware refresh cycle for all corporate equipment

Manage alerting and monitoring of enterprise network systems

Configure, upgrade, and manage the Hyper‑V virtual environment

Manage and test backups to ensure high availability and disaster recovery

Serves as the primary point of contact for helpdesk and end user support requests, alongside broader responsibility for network by providing telephone, email, remote, and in‑person technical support

Administer all aspects of Microsoft Active Directory including group policy, DNS, and DHCP

Create and update system documentation on established support procedures and processes, problem resolution steps, and escalation procedures. Make recommendations to management on updates and changes as required

Administer user, group, and email accounts utilizing Microsoft Active Directory and Exchange

Analyze, and maintain infrastructure solutions according to business and technical requirements

Maintain and manage infrastructure hardware and software licensing

Maintain security standards. Lead in the use and adoption of standard frameworks that align with overall business and technology strategies

Maintain network and computer system security in accordance with company policies and procedures

Ensure all systems, data, and information are protected from unauthorized access, modification, deletion, or disclosure in compliance with security best practices and accepted risk levels of risk

Continually analyze the current state of the security framework, identifying gaps and key areas for improvement, and help steer the team through the delivery of technical solutions

Provide reviews and recommendations to the management team of systems, solutions, business ventures as viewed through a “security first” mentality

Make recommendations to IT management on the purchase of software, tools, and utilities

Participate in new project development to facilitate automation in conjunction with development

Works closely with IT Manager to develop annual IT operating budgets

Act as backup to the IT Security Technician

Other duties as assigned

Preferred Experience 1-2 years’ work experience in an IT Operations environment or equivalent

1-2 years’ experience managing virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper‑V

Knowledge or experience managing L2/L3 switching and routing (Cisco) in a primarily TCP/IP multi‑subnet, enterprise VLAN environment

Exposure to Palo Alto firewall and Global Protect management and configuration

1+ years of experience with Office 365, Microsoft Exchange, and Azure AD synchronization

1+ year of Apple\MAC support experience

Demonstrated ability to perform administration of Veeam Backup and Replication software

Demonstrated experience with appropriate server and network management platforms, such as Active Directory, Group Policy, TCP\IP, IPv4, DNS, DHCP, LDAP, IIS, Certificate Services, and WSUS

1+ years’ experience administering Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2025

Basic knowledge of Storage Area Networks (SAN)

Knowledge and experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, Perl, etc.

Knowledge of Patch Management technologies

Requirements Skills and Abilities Analyze and diagnose technical problems utilizing documentation, tools, and knowledge databases

Multi-task effectively and maintain composure in a fast-paced IT environment

Communicate technical issues and solutions in a professional, user-friendly manner

Utilize logical thought processes and maintain attention to detail

Ability to learn new systems, concepts, and procedures

Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work with others. Must demonstrate professionalism and courtesy in all customer interactions

Ability to interact with a broad audience of personnel to explain and enforce security measures

Good research, analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills. Ability to manage time efficiently and work under stressful conditions

Perform “on-call” rotation which may include nights, weekends, and holidays

Self-motivated and directed with the ability to perform without direction

High standards of integrity and ethical conduct in professional and personal matters

Maintain a professional image in dress and grooming

Physical Demands Perform tasks requiring manual dexterity (e.g., processing paperwork, patching cables, occasionally use of a ladder)

May be required to perform physical labor such as lift\move 25 pounds.

May be required stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for a prolonged period of time

Other considerations Valid driver’s license required

Some travel, less than 5%, may be required

This posiiton is onsite, no remote work.

Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance / AD&D and Short term disability (for the employee) - covered by employer 100%

401k Match

PTO and Paid Holidays

Pet Insurance- optional

Long Term Disability- optional

Voluntary Life Insurance optional

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