Network Administrator

Job Description

The City of Carmel is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through innovative and reliable municipal services. We are seeking a skilled Network Administrator to join our Information Technology team and help ensure the integrity and efficiency of our city's network infrastructure.

Job Summary:

This purpose of this position is to design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure for the City of Carmel. The Network Administrator will have a deep understanding of networking protocols, security practices, and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues. This position works closely with all departments to ensure seamless connectivity and optimal network performance.

Essential Job Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Installs, configures, and maintains network devices and systems, ensuring secure and efficient connectivity across all departments.
• Designs, implements, and manages network solutions, including LANs, WANs, and VPNs.
• Monitors network performance and troubleshoots issues to ensure high availability and reliability.
• Collaborates with IT and security teams to implement and enforce network security measures.
• Conducts regular network assessments and capacity planning to ensure scalability.
• Implements and enforces network security protocols, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
• Provide technical support for network-related issues to internal users and assist in resolving connectivity problems.
• Maintains accurate documentation of network configurations, procedures, and inventory.
• Works closely with other IT team members to plan and implement network upgrades and enhancements.
• Oversees and maintains the City of Carmel’s 80 miles of private fiber throughout the community.
• Stays current with industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend improvements.
• Performs other related duties as required.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:

• In depth knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, Multicast, etc.).
• Experience with network security practices and tools (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS).
• Knowledge of VoIP systems and telecommunication networks.
• Proficiency in configuring and managing Aruba / HPE, Fortigate, or equivalent hardware.
• Ability to collect, review and analyze data.
• Ability to utilize a variety of reference, descriptive, advisory and design data and information to make technical decisions.
• Ability to exercise discretion in identifying and selecting from alternative courses of action.
• Ability to communicate effectively; includes ability to interact with members of the department and other City departments to exchange information and resolve problems.
• Ability to read charts, graphs and schematics.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle to conduct work activities.
• Ability to respond to 24-hour call-out.
• Ability to work some nights and weekends to accommodate schedules of 24/7 public safety operations.
• Ability to exert heavy physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials weighing 21-50 pounds.
  
  

Qualifications Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:

• Associate degree in Information Technology, or a related field.
• Two (2) years of experience that includes Network Engineer or similar role.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network ) are a plus.
• Or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this position.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Indiana driver’s license.
  
  

The City of Carmel, Indiana, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.