Network Administrator

American Heritage Schools - Broward Campus is currently accepting applications for a Network Administrator.

Benefits Include:

• 100% free tuition for all employees' eligible children *
• 50% discount for Summer Education for employees' eligible children
• Free Summer Day Camp for employees' eligible children while working over the summer.
• Free early care & after-care for employees' eligible children while working
• Yearly cash bonuses
• 401K with partial employer match after a year of employment
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Supplemental Insurance plans available through Lincoln Financial
• Pet Insurance options
• Short-term & Long-term Disability options
• Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
• Affordable Company housing when available
• Free Continuing Education available

• Assisting in the design, implementation of new network solutions, and support network solutions and/or improve the efficiency of the current networks
  
  • Communicate and be the point of contact with external outsourced companies regarding networking
    
    • Work with outsourced vendors on the best recommendations for the identified needs
• Communication and ensurance regarding RMA's
  
  • Returns
  • Replacements
  • Warranties
• Assist the Director of Cybersecurity and Director of IT Infrastructure for the overall protection the network
• Offer best practice advice and recommendations towards overall network architecture and strategy
• Manage the day-to-day operations of American Heritage School's network.
  
  • (WAN, LAN & WIFI)
• Protect data, software, and hardware by coordinating, planning, and implementing network security in alignment with the most current standards for both K12 and business privacy needs
• Install, configure, and support network equipment including routers, proxy servers, switches, WAN accelerators, DNS, and DHCP
• Assist the Director of IT Infrastructure in deployments, day-to-day tasks & helpdesk ticket service
• Communication with department heads regarding needs of new softwares or programs that are required to be on networking
  
  • Communicate and participate fluidly with department heads and stakeholders regarding downtime of outages either planned or unplanned on-site, master calendar event needs, etc.
• Configure firewalls, routing, and switching to maximize network efficiency and security
  
  • Collaborate with vendors to configure appliances for the need of the organization
• Maximize network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting
• Support networked building systems to ensure vendor has communication
• Arrange scheduled upgrades
• Investigate faults in the network
• Assist and support the Director of IT Infrastructure with on-premise servers and virtual machines (VM's)
• Report network status to key stakeholders, IT Director, and departments
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot Wireless APs and equipment
• Communicate and collaborate with the IT department on projects and future need of network changes to ensure a smooth transition
• Support and maintain VoIP systems

• Be a backup person to Systems and Network Administrators
• Serve as a backup to your teammates in the Information Technology (IT) Department as the need arises
• Attend relevant conferences, webinars, lectures, and seminars to ensure continuous development in the field
• Organize and keep up-to-date with the helpdesk system regarding the daily, weekly, monthly, and/or yearly scheduled tasks.
  
  • Ensure all new needs are researched, documented, and presented to the Director of IT Infrastructure and Director of IT and appropriate procedures are followed to obtain needs
• Collaborate on and implement projects independently or with other IT staff

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in computer science, computer systems, or related field
• 3-5 years of proven experience supporting and architecting large-scale enterprise IT network solutions for internal and outward-facing applications for educational institutions (Schools & Universities) preferred.
• CCNP/CCNA/MCITP or equivalent Network certifications in a similar technology stack are preferred.
• Proven experience installing, configuring, and supporting network equipment including routers, switches, firewalls, WAN/LAN protocols, and Wireless technologies
• Working with Aruba switches & wireless systems, Fortinet security appliances are preferred.
• Experience maximizing network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting
• Experience with MacOS, Nutanix, Vmware, Microsoft Servers, Linux, Mitel, or Avaya (Preferred)
• Experience with VoIP systems preferred

• Sharp analytical abilities and proven problem-solving skills
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Ability to effectively collaborate with Director of IT Infrastructure and vendors in the designing of new network solutions and implement new network solutions and/or improve the efficiency of current networks within Global standards and practices
• Strong communication (oral, written, presentation), interpersonal, and consultative skills
• A self-starter, who is able to work independently and effectively with colleagues throughout the organization
• Able to work effectively under pressure with multiple priorities and deadlines
• Dependable and flexible
• Strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive
• Knowledge of IP solutions and public announcement systems

• Office setting
• Tending to technical needs across campus physically and virtually

• Ability to walk throughout the day to other locations on campus
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer, extended phone calls, and in small spaces (communication closets)
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs, stoop, climb ladders, and bend

• 100% free tuition for all employees' eligible children *
• 50% discount for Summer Education for employees' eligible children
• Free Summer Day Camp for employees' eligible c.