JOB TITLE:
Network Administrator
DEPARTMENT:
Administrative Services
SUPERVISOR:
IT Division Manager
SALARY:
$30.08 + DOE
JOB SUMMARY:
The Network Administrator is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation’s enterprise network infrastructure. The Network Administrator ensures the network infrastructure is reliable and resilient, while also maintaining a high level of security. This role also aids in supporting other systems administration duties for servers, backups, and applications.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage, monitor, and secure enterprise network infrastructure including private fiber optic networks, LAN/WAN routing, VPNs, VLANs, and wireless networks.
- Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot firewalls, including security rules, NAT policies, VPN tunnels, and threat prevention, IDS/IPS features.
- Design and support resilient fiber-based WAN connections between Tribal government sites and facilities using existing fiber optic cabling and future private/dark fiber.
- Monitor and analyze network traffic and performance to ensure optimum operation.
- Troubleshoot & locate breaks in fiber optic networks. Splice and terminate fiber optic cables as needed.
- Maintain detailed documentation of network architecture, device configurations, and change logs.
- Assist in the administration and support server environments using VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V, including VM provisioning, backups, and host server maintenance.
- Assist in managing Windows and/or Linux servers, Active Directory, and Group Policy.
- Participate in disaster recovery and business continuity planning for both network and system infrastructure.
- Collaborate with IT staff and department teams to implement secure and efficient networked solutions.
- Respond to network outages and critical incidents, including occasional after-hours support.
- Perform other related duties as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 10 years of experience in enterprise network administration ** A Bachelor of Science (BS) in Information Technology (IT), Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Network Administration or similar can substitute for 8 years of experience.
- Industry certifications preferred (e.g., CFOT or SCTE, Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE, Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+, Security+)
- Valid state issued driver’s license and/or the ability to obtain a California or Oregon driver’s license. Must be insurable on the Nation’s insurance policy.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP networking, Routing, DHCP, DNS, VLANs, NAT, and subnetting
- Proficient in administering, monitoring, and securing firewalls (Palo Alto)
- Highly experienced managing multi-site fiber-optic networks
- Experience locating fiber breaks, fusion splicing, and terminating fiber optic cables.
- Experience with network monitoring and logging tools (e.g., CheckMk, Zabbix, Wireshark, PRTG)
- Proficiency with virtualization platforms: VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V
- Competence in basic Windows Server and/or Linux systems administration
- Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and analytical skills
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects independently
- Ability to lead technical implementations and collaborate across departments
- Knowledge of regional and cultural customs and values.
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