What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Administrator position at AccuWeather?
About AccuWeather
AccuWeather recognized and documented as the most accurate source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world, has saved tens of thousands of lives, prevented hundreds of thousands of injuries, and saved tens of billions of dollars in property damage.
Today, AccuWeather is the most recognized and most used source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world, known to billions, and is proven and verified to be the most accurate. Digitally, AccuWeather is the #1 weather destination in the world and one of the top destination sites that exist globally.
AccuWeather forecasts appear on digital signage, in 700 newspapers, are heard on over 400 radio stations and viewed on 100 television stations. The AccuWeather Network reaches 35 million households, and its AccuWeather NOW streaming services is available to more than 200 million active users on many platforms, including Roku, Xumo, Red Box, LG, Amazon, and Freevee.
AccuWeather For Business serves more than half of the Fortune 500 companies and thousands of other businesses and government agencies globally who pay for the most accurate weather forecasts from any source. AccuWeather's story is one of a fanatical dedication to Superior Accuracy, detail, creativity, innovation. Entrepreneurship, service, and the loyalty and commitment of hundreds of people who have joined AccuWeather's center of excellence, including many who have dedicated their entire careers to AccuWeather.
Dr. Joel Myers, Founder and Executive Chairman, established AccuWeather in 1962 and is considered the "father of modern commercial meteorology." Myers, a leading creative thinker and visionary, has been named "the most accurate man in weather" by The New York Times and has been recognized as one of the top entrepreneurs in American history by Entrepreneur's Encyclopedia of Entertainment.
Position Summary
The Network Administrator is an essential IT team member, collaborating closely with the Senior Network Administrator to ensure robust and efficient internal networking. This role encompasses configuring, administering, and supporting all internal network devices. Key responsibilities include managing cloud-based configurations specific to internal networks, optimizing performance and security within our intranet, maintaining reliable hardware and software, providing tailored technical support, guiding staff on intranet best practices, and actively participating in architectural evaluations and planning sessions aligned with industry standards.
This team member takes initiative, leads by example, and actively seeks opportunities to enhance our internal network infrastructure. They proactively identify areas for improvement and propose solutions. Curious and resourceful, they explore new technologies and stay informed about industry trends.
This position is located onsite five (5) days per week at AccuWeather's Headquarters, located in State College, PA.
Responsibilities
Collaborate on Network Design :
- Work closely with architects, engineers, and administrators to ensure a robust and efficient internal technology environment.
- Participate in network design, implementation, and troubleshooting efforts.
Enhance Internal Networking :
Performance and Security Assessment :
Security Measures Implementation :
Stay Informed and Propose Improvements :
Automated Monitoring and Documentation :
On-Call Support :
QUALIFICATIONS :
Benefits :
Commitment to Diversity :
AccuWeather is committed to diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. We are an equal-opportunity employer. If you are a highly motivated, organized, and dynamic professional with the skills and experience to excel in this role, we invite you to join our team and make a significant impact on our organization's success.
