Blaze Credit Union · 1 day ago
Network Administrator
Blaze Credit Union is seeking a Network Administrator to design, implement, monitor, and manage their local and wide area networks. The role involves ensuring maximum uptime of network connectivity, providing 3rd level support, and engaging in projects to enhance network infrastructure.
BankingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Administration and maintenance of network systems
Administer network equipment such as switches, routers, firewalls
Administer the storage environment
Assist with network security equipment
Apply updates, hotfixes and patching of network equipment and infrastructure as needed
Engage in projects, as needed, to facilitate network connectivity
Work on assigned infrastructure projects with guidance from management
Provide updates to management on projects and ticket status
Troubleshoot network system issues
Work independently on assigned 3rd level help ticket to meet SLA agreement with staff
Troubleshoot and correct network system errors or issues
Ensure high availability and recovery of mission critical systems
Monitor all network equipment to ensure high availability and peak performance of critical network systems
Ensure and validate backups of network systems in case recovery is needed
Research, design and implement new network systems
Research new network technology to enhance network infrastructure with supervision
Work closely with designing and implementation of new network systems
Provisioning of servers in the VMWare environment
Configure and monitor backup systems
Comply with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control
Exhibit Blaze’s Core Value’s: Better Lives, Thoughtfully Compassionate, Minnesota’s Best, and Give Back
Regular and predictable attendance
Perform other duties as assigned to support effective department operation
Qualification
Required
Minimum high School degree or equivalent
Minimum 3 to 4 years network infrastructure, datacenters, wide/local area
Microsoft Active Directory, Group Policies and network services
Experience working with Firewalls, Routers and Switches
Experience working with VMWare
SAN management to including monitoring operations and performance as well as assignment of storage allocation
Experience working with Backup Appliances
Experience working with deployment and security technology such as: PDQ, CrowdStrike Falcon, Armis, Rapid7
Project management skills such as prioritizing tasks and work in accordance with Blaze policies and procedures Disaster recovery and business continuity plans a plus
Ability to grasp complex tasks and processes and chart the best course of action
Ability to communicate clearly with Blaze staff and outside vendors
Ability to troubleshoot problems and develop solutions with a degree of creativity
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information stored on the network
Ability to be part of an on-call rotation assisting in troubleshooting and resolving issues after-hours, weekends, and holidays
Ability to analyze and learn new technologies quickly
Ability to manage time and follow processes
Strong documentation
Preferred
Preferred Vendors: Microsoft, Cisco, VMWare, Forcepoint, FortiNet, Nimble, Cohesity
Benefits
Low-cost medical (as low as $20 a paycheck)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Quarterly bonuses
Generous vacation and sick time hours
Paid leave options
Up to 6% 401k contribution
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Blaze Credit Union
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