Network Administrator

Be the one who makes a difference!

At Vertex Education we are a team of high achievers, courageous leaders, and passionate believers in changing lives through education. As a purpose-led education services provider, our mission is destined to benefit many and yet it starts with just one person inspired to work together with us to make a memorable and meaningful difference for our clients, schools, students, and communities. Be the one who makes a difference—with us.

Essential Functions:

Network Planning:

• Network Architecture: Design scalable, secure, and efficient network architectures to meet organizational needs.
• Capacity Planning: Analyze current and future network traffic to ensure the infrastructure can handle growth.
• Technology Evaluation: Assess and recommend hardware and software solutions.

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Network Implementation and Configuration:

• Hardware Setup: Install routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and other network devices.
• Configuration: Configure devices and services like VPNs, VLANs, load balancers, and QoS settings.
• Integration: Seamlessly integrate new systems into existing networks.

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Network Maintenance and Optimization:

• Performance Monitoring: Use tools to monitor and analyze network performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks.
• Optimization: Improve network efficiency and reliability through tuning and updates.
• Documentation: Maintain updated network diagrams and technical documentation.

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Troubleshooting and Support:

• Issue Resolution: Diagnose and resolve network-related problems, from connectivity issues to hardware failures.
• Incident Response: Respond to network outages or security breaches with minimal downtime.
• User Support: Assist end-users and teams in resolving connectivity or access issues.

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Security Management:

• Firewall Management: Configure and maintain firewalls to protect the network.
• Access Control: Implement policies for user and device authentication.
• Threat Mitigation: Monitor for and defend against security threats like DDoS attacks, malware, and intrusions.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Cross-Team Collaboration: Work with other IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders to align on goals and implement solutions.
• Training and Guidance: Provide training to team members and support staff on network tools and protocols.

Emerging Technology and Continuous Learning:

• Research and Development: Stay updated on the latest technologies (e.g., SD-WAN, 5G, IoT) and trends.
• Skill Enhancement: Pursue certifications and training (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, AWS).

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Qualifications:

Education, Certifications, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in network administration or a related role.
• Knowledge of Palo Alto products (firewall, Panorama, Global Protect) and Juniper products (switches, MIST) is required.
• Knowledge of network troubleshooting, performance optimization, and security protocols, including hands-on experience with firewalls, routers, switches, and VoIP systems.
• Familiarity with networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN).
• Experience with system monitoring tools.

Background Checks:

• The incumbent in this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check
• Must be able to obtain and hold a valid IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at all times

Physical and Travel Requirements/Work Environment:

• Hybrid work environment requiring a minimum of 3 days onsite.
• Travel between campuses is required from time to time.
• This position occasionally requires lifting objects (up to 25 pounds).
• This position may require sitting for long periods, talking on the phone, standing, kneeling, stooping and concentrating.
• Local and in-state travel required. Some out-of-state travel may be required.

Be excited to be a part of our team and grow your career with us!​

Be the one who enables us to positively impact over 107,000 students across multiple states while driving our growth forward so we can enrich even more lives. Be the one who helps us achieve excellence for over 100 schools that we support with academics, finance, technology, human resources, communications, marketing, facilities, construction, and food services. Be the one who is a diverse thinker, a team player, a smart risk taker, an innovator, and a difference maker by encouraging others to climb higher and reach farther to further education.

• Be yourself surrounded by wonderful people who care about you, value your unique skills, and lift you up.
• Be supported in your work by caring leaders and team members who want you to succeed.
• Be empowered to make a difference and climb higher and reach farther to change lives through education.
• Be well in all aspects of your life from your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing to your finances.
• Enjoy industry-leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses, with unlimited flexible paid time-off for performance.
• Be able to care for your health and your family with comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits and invest in your future with 401(k) plans with a 6% employer match on your contributions.
• Enhance your growth and development with mentoring and money to take training classes.
• Thrive in a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment where we treat others with fairness and respect, celebrate diversity, and elevate equality and inclusion as an equal opportunity employer.

Be the one who makes a difference!

With an innovative mind, a hungry heart, and engaging spirit you can change lives through education. Be a part of Vertex Education and let’s make a difference together. Apply Today!