Senior Network Administrator(NCI Sr Network/Systems Administrator) Job in Woodlawn 21207, Maryland US
Senior Network Administrator
NCI: As a Senior Network Administrator for AdvanceMed, a premier provider of healthcare program integrity services, this pivotal role provides technical assistance and guidance to staff with emphasis on User Support, and supporting the operations of a national server and network infrastructure with particular focus on the Windows platform at the Baltimore Data Center.
Highlight of Responsibilities
- Configure and support local area network (LAN) hardware and software.
- Responsible for ensuring the information and data integrity of the Network Operations function including backup and recovery.
- Adheres and enforces network and data security requirements including researching solutions for alerts resulting from Nessus and other security monitoring tools.
- Participates in direct telephone and in-person User support.
- Writes, edits, and revises documentation for product development, support services, and customer/end-user activities.
- Reports directly to the Network Manager.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for applications in the Windows environments, and any other authorized software applications for internal and remote users.
- Handles installation and configuration of Windows Operating systems and other office automation tools, e.g., MS Office, MS Outlook, Visio, Project and Publisher.
- Coordinate third party maintenance for network equipment and troubleshoots problems with users on the network.
- Provides Help Desk and Network support for all AdvanceMed clients, including internal and remote users.
- Monitors network performance to maintain high quality transmission service on the network.
- Perform software updates.
- Enforces security procedures and assists with maintenance of disaster recovery plans.
- Maintains, creates/deletes user accounts, assigns passwords, and monitors use of resources, back up files as required.
- Adheres and enforces network and data security requirements including researching solutions for alerts resulting from Nessus and other security monitoring tools.
- Creates and maintains inventory for all hardware and software.
- Evaluates system resources, makes recommendations for procurement where necessary. Communicates with users regarding scheduled repairs, installations, and changes to company hardware and software.
- Purchases and receives hardware and software adhering to departmental budget constraints.
- Tracking and maintenance of licensing agreements.
- Implements and coordinates network policies, procedures, and standards.
- Provides occasional weekend and evening coverage as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned to contribute to IT and/or program goals and objectives.
Requirements
- 6 years minimum of Windows Server.
- 3 years minimum of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Working knowledge of current internal and external networking protocols and equipment, data communication/encryption techniques and methodologies, operating systems, network design and security, and monitoring/management tools.
- Ability to work in-group settings with End Users, clients and staff.
- Excellent organization skills, attention to detail and communication skills, both written and oral.
- 3 years experience with network backup software.
- Experience with Windows workstation and network operating systems, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, Firewall configurations preferably Juniper.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, or related field, or equivalent experience and a minimum six years of related experience.
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certification and Network Training, i.e. Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE).
- Experience maintaining backups with Comvault backup software.
At NCI, we're more than just a paycheck
We offer significant opportunity for growth at NCI - Adding more and more employees and company locations nationwide, we continue to seek top talent to ensure our path of innovation, growth and unmatched customer experience. We reward our employees with competitive compensation, flexible time off, retirement plan with company match and much more
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION PROGRAMS - NCI offers three medical plan options to meet the personal health needs and budgets of our full-time employees and their families. All plans provide our employees and their eligible dependents with major medical and prescription drug coverage. The dental plan provides coverage options so as to ensure our full-time employees and their eligible dependents are able to follow a regularly scheduled program of dental care with their providers of choice. A vision maintenance plan offers a cost-savings option for our full-time employees and their families in need of comprehensive annual eye exams, prescription glasses, and contact lenses.
STOCK WEALTH - NCI's 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with New York Life Investment Management is eligible to all full-time and regular part-time employees. Employees may elect to have contributions invested in any of the 15 different investment funds, five retirement-date-based funds, or three different portfolio options available under the plan. The company matching contribution is equal to 50% of employee elected pre-tax contributions up to 6% of eligible pay, subject to the IRS maximum.
LIFE INSURANCE - NCI provides company paid Basic Life/ ADD Insurance Coverage. The basic coverage benefit is equal to one times (1X) an employee's annual base salary. Employees may also opt for a generous flat rate insurance coverage. For coverage above the company-provided limits, employees may purchase supplemental insurance coverage for themselves and their family members.
WORK/LIFE BALANCE - All employees are eligible for additional programs including Paid Time Off (PTO).
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
- Flexible Spending Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their immediate family
- Health Club Reimbursement through NCI's Wellness Program
It is your turnChoose your career path and become part of the NCI team where you will be valued for your unique skills and capabilities and where you will be rewarded for key contributions to NCI and our customers.
Make the commitment and take the next step towards joining the NCI Team. Our application process will take approximately 5-10 minutes to complete.
If you do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position, please review our current openings now and in the future. Thank you for your interest in NCI!
It is the policy of NCI to provide equal opportunity in recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.
The information above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.
