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Akkodis · 5 hours ago

Network Administrator

Findlay, OH

Contract

Onsite

Entry Level

$40/hr - $45/hr

1+ years exp

Akkodis is seeking a Network Administrator to support the refinery’s business network servers and infrastructure in Findley, OH. The role involves providing network and technical support, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols and network security standards.

Information Technology & Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Surbhi Sharma

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include network administration and troubleshooting for Layer 2 switching with some occasional Layer 3 work, monitoring network device health and identifying issues using common industry toolsets including identifying and analyzing security issues, planning and implementing hardware refresh of network equipment, maintaining up-to-date documentation for the network and creating and presenting documentation for capital and expense projects

Problem tracking, management, and resolution of issues in a 24/7 manufacturing location. The employee will be called upon to perform duties during off-hours on occasion as needed

This position works extensively with the virtual Refining IT Network team as well as Corporate Enterprise Network Services therefore solid communication skills and strong adherence to company standard practices are required

Daily activities may also include network device backup administration, performance tuning, change control administration, network security detection administration, formulating continuous improvement opportunities, and self-auditing to ensure compliance with standards

Studies and analyzes business problems and assists in deriving and evaluating alternative solutions

Applies appropriate methodologies to ensure a timely and cost-effective solution to business problems

Participates in testing a system or solution (or change thereto) prior to placing it in effect to ensure that it complies with all standards, and that all functions are working correctly

Develops a working understanding of other important information technology tools and utilizes such tools to enhance the quality of work performed or services provided

Develops the expertise needed to demonstrate the effectiveness of changes to the specialized systems that result in solving specific business problems. Recommends improvements to take advantage of technical changes

Performs root cause analysis of network problems and tracks, documents and reports identified patterns

Prepares and reviews documentation including network diagrams

Performs routine and preventive maintenance tasks to ensure uninterrupted and optimum system performance

Execute system administration and other recurring tasks, including network device maintenance and back-ups

Delivers system support to users and serves as a liaison to vendor technical staff

Qualification

Network AdministrationNetwork Security ManagementNetwork DesignCisco DevicesNetwork TroubleshootingNetwork AutomationIT Service ManagementAuthentic CommunicatorCost OptimizationResults DrivenStrategic OutlookRequirements ManagementIoT Familiarity

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, related field, or equivalent related experience recommended but not required

1+ years of relevant experience required

Experience with Cisco devices required and Cisco certifications a plus

Experience with Arista devices a plus

Ability to obtain a TWIC

Solid communication skills and strong adherence to company standard practices are required

Experience in network administration, or a similar role

Knowledge of network protocols and software

Familiarity network services like Cellular, DNS, DHCP, VPN, etc

Proficiency in managing and maintaining network infrastructure including switches, etc

Preferred

Oil and Gas experience preferred

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Additional voluntary benefits

An EAP program

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Paid Sick Leave

Holiday pay

Company

Akkodis

Glassdoor3.3

Akkodis provides digital engineering solutions for sustainable and innovative industries.

Zug, Zug, CHE

10001+ employees

https://www.akkodis.com

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