Sr. Network Administrator Job in Alpharetta 30022, Georgia US
Job Summary:
Lead the IT team in ensuring the stability and security of the Ipswitch network.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties:
· Work with area management to plan and manage network security. Lead the IT team in the implementation and ongoing enforcement of security initiatives.
· Maintain a high level of availability, stability, and performance for all network servers, workstations, and network services. Act proactively to improve performance of all systems.
· Manage and maintain network alert system. Lead the IT Team in the response to network outages, performance degradations, and other network problems on/off business hours.
· Prepare incident reports related to emerging issues and prepare written plans for outage prevention. Lead the IT team in the implementation of such plans.
· Manage and maintain software licensing and hardware inventory. Update and audit licensing and inventory on an annual basis.
· Maintain relationship with hardware/software vendors and lead the IT Team in the acquisition and installation of new hardware/software.
· Seek out areas for improvement in network performance and security. Develop written proposals and written plans for network and security initiatives and communicate them clearly to all affected personnel.
· Ensure effective operation of all Internet connections.
· Manage virus protection and detection on all servers and workstations. Maintain a virus-free network.
· Lead the IT Team in the enforcement of IT and company policies regarding the security and acceptable use of information technology.
· Maintain currency with emerging security threats and preventative measures and technologies.
· Support the IT Helpdesk by responding quickly and appropriately to help requests.
· Build, repair, and configure desktops and at times servers. Support systems training for new hires.
· Effectively communicate with management and teammates in all stages of work.
· Perform training classes for end users on various corporate applications
Education and/or Experience:
· MCSE certification
· At least 4 years experience in a leading network administration role with Windows 2000, 2003 and/or 2008.
· At least 4 years experience in a leading role with networking, server, and workstation hardware
· At least 4 years experience in a leading network security role.
· Experience with Cisco routers (CCNA a Plus)
· Experience with DNS/BIND
· 4 year college degree in a related technical discipline.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated proficiency in technical writing is required.
· Demonstrated project discipline and experience. Must be organized, focused, and driven toward established deliverable dates.
· Strong interpersonal skills; must be a team player.
· Understanding of business and technical process interrelationships is critical.
About Ipswitch, Inc.: Ipswitch develops and markets innovative IT software that is easy to learn and use. More than 100 million people worldwide use Ipswitch software to monitor their networks with Ipswitch WhatsUp®, transfer files over the Internet using the market leading WS_FTP® and MOVEit brands of secure and managed file transfer clients and servers and communicate via Ipswitch IMailTM Server.
Ipswitch provides a stimulating, productive and enjoyable work environment that stresses honesty, integrity and open-mindedness. We will support initiative, creativity and individual growth. We will distribute responsibility broadly throughout the organization to those with the knowledge and perspective to make decisions and take action. We will live by and support our values. Per our employees, it really is a great place to work.
Ipswitch, Inc. is headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts with offices in Atlanta, GA; Augusta, GA; Madison, WI; Livonia, MI; American Fork, UT; Amsterdam, The Netherlands; and Tokyo, Japan. For more information on Ipswitch or any of the three divisions, please visit www.ipswitch.com
Benefits: Ipswitch provides their employees a comprehensive full benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, fitness and wellness benefits. We value our employees and provide you a unique working environment to harvest your talents. It is an exciting time at Ipswitch! We would like to have you join our team.
Ipswitch, Inc. has been named one of the Boston Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in 2010 and 2011 in the greater Boston area. It is an exciting time at Ipswitch! We would like to have you join our team!!!