Senior Network Administrator

Brief Description

Senior Network Administrator – ABA Centers of America Corporate HQ

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Growth Opportunity – Key Role in Company

If you're an experienced IT network adiministrator/leader with experience in modern network security protocols, cloud networking, automation, and enterprise-scale IT operations, you won't want to miss this opportunity to join our growing IT leadership ranks.

The Senior IT Network Administrator will be part of a team responsible for the design, delivery, operations, monitoring, and management of private cloud, wide area, and local area networks (WAN/LAN), with a primary focus on cloud infrastructure and wireless area networks (WLANs) in multi-location environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network operations, security, and standardization, with the ability to ensure reliable and secure network performance across a growing organization. This role is operationally focused and will require hands-on management of network infrastructure, support for office expansions and construction projects, and adherence to IT service management processes.

What You’ll Do

• Design, deploy, and optimize wireless area networks (WLANs) and implement modern security protocols, such as WPA3 and 802.1X.
• Standardize network configurations across multiple office locations, maintaining up-to-date documentation and configuration templates.
• Plan and execute network build-outs for new office locations, coordinating with internal teams, contractors, and vendors.
• Order, manage, document, and manage network circuits from various network carriers and providers, ensuring proper tracking and timely provisioning for new centers.
• Implement and manage network access controls (NAC) and ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, including HIPAA and HITECH.
• Manage network operations using IT service management (ITSM) systems like ServiceNow, following ITIL best practices for incident, change, and problem management.
• Utilize network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, NewRelic, PRTG) to proactively identify and resolve performance issues, minimizing downtime.
• Develop automation scripts and configurations using Ansible, Terraform, or similar tools to streamline network operations.
• Participate in on-call support rotations for network-related incidents.
• Design, deploy, and manage cloud-based network architectures with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure networking services.
• Implement and optimize Azure Virtual Networks (VNet), ExpressRoute, VPN gateways, and cloud-based firewalls.
• Ensure hybrid network connectivity between on-premise infrastructure and cloud environments, optimizing security, scalability, and performance.
• Work with Azure Load Balancers, Application Gateways, and DNS services to enhance network resilience and availability.
  
  
  

Requirements

Requirements

• 8 years of experience in an IT Support, IT Operations, or similar role with 3-5 years of experience as a Network Administrator or role with similar responsibilities.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate, CCNA, CCNP, Network , JNCIA, or equivalent are preferred.
• Experience managing and administering highly distributed, multi-location networks using equipment from Cisco, Meraki, Ubiquiti, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or similar manufacturers.
• Experience working in an operational environment managing tickets, alerts, and notifications across multiple tools and systems.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and VPNs.
• Proficiency with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools, such as SolarWinds, NewRelic, PRTG, or Wireshark.
• Working knowledge of SDWAN technologies and vendors (e.g., Cato, Zscaler, Aryaka, Fortinet, Cisco).
• Experience with network automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform) and scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to enhance operational efficiency.
  
  
  

Summary

Full Benefits, Including:

• 21 paid days off (15 days of PTO, which increases with tenure, plus 6 holidays)
• Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Generous 401(k) with up to 6% employer match
  
  
  

About ABA Centers Of America

ABA Centers of America is a healthcare innovator experiencing steady growth while revolutionizing the autism care field. We provide ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy and diagnostic services to our clients and families in our centers, in homes, and in the community.

Listed by Inc. magazine as the 5th fastest-growing private company in the U.S., we are focused on opening new clinics and remaining self-funded without private equity investment. Committed to our sustainability and philosophy of innovation, our Chairman and Founder received the country’s preeminent business award, Ernst and Young’s Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2024 National Overall Award.

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