Junior Network Administrator

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 60 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For 70 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $1.5 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Job Description

The Junior Network Administrator is responsible for assisting the rest of the Networking team with the installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the organization’s network infrastructure. This role involves working closely with senior IT staff to ensure the seamless operation of networks, systems, and services. This role will participate in an on call rotation with the other team members and may be called upon to work outside of normal business hours. The Junior Network Administrator will provide support in network monitoring, maintenance of network security, network configuration, and responding to technical issues related to hardware, software, and networking.

Key Responsibilities

Network Maintenance & Support:

• Assist in the day-to-day management and troubleshooting of the organization’s network systems.
• Support the installation, configuration, and monitoring of network devices including, but not limited to, routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
• Monitor network performance and report issues such as slow performance, downtime, or connectivity issues.
  
  

Technical Support

• Provide first-line technical support to end-users and other staff members for network-related issues, including connectivity and hardware problems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues under the guidance of senior network administrators.
• Maintain accurate documentation of network configurations, issues, and resolutions.
  
  

Security

• In collaboration with the Security team, assist with network security tasks including managing firewalls, VPNs, and other security measures to protect the organization’s data and infrastructure.
• Support the implementation of network security policies and protocols to prevent unauthorized access and mitigate security risks.
  
  

Configuration & Installation

• Help with the installation and setup of networking hardware and software as required.
• Completing new job site setup requests: including working with the Project team to select the best available ISP in the area and to meeting the project timeframe.
• Assist with network upgrades and improvements by applying patches and updates to ensure optimal performance and security.
  
  

Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor network activity to ensure it is running efficiently.
• Assist in the generation of periodic reports on network performance, uptime, and security incidents.
• Assist with network inventory management, including tracking hardware, software, and licenses.
  
  

Documentation & Procedures

• Maintain documentation of network configurations, issues, resolutions, and changes.
• Contribute to the creation of network troubleshooting procedures and best practices.
  
  

Education

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent work experience.
  
  

Experience

• Some experience (0-2 years) in network administration, IT support, or related roles.
• Familiarity with networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, LAN/WAN, VPNs, SNMP, and firewalls.
  
  

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in network configuration and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with networking hardware (routers, switches, firewalls, etc.).
• Preferably Cisco equipment but not required.
• Basic knowledge of network monitoring tools and software.
• Experience with operating systems like Windows, Linux, or macOS.
  

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot network-related issues.
• Good communication skills for working with both technical and non-technical teams.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  
  

Certifications (Preferred But Not Required)

• CompTIA Network
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Fundamentals or equivalent.
  
  

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.