Network Engineer
Pharmaron
- Exton, PA
- $70,000-85,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Configure network hardware such as servers, routers, and switches
- Upgrade, repair, and maintain computer networks
- Troubleshoot various network issues
- Day-to-day network administration, including security and patch management, user account management, Internet access, and applications support
- Proactively manage, maintain, and optimize server, network, and firewall systems
- Administer and support Core Microsoft, Cisco, and VMWare technologies
- Administer and support Endpoint Security Management software
- Actively monitor and proactively address alerts encountered by users and automated monitoring systems
- Make timely upgrades and repairs to ensure systems are operating optimally
- Assign and update user security permissions on the network
- Ensure email and data storage networks work optimally and user workstations are working efficiently and remain connected to the central computer network
- Install and configure network hardware and software
- Maintain inventory and configuration documentation
- Define and document best practices and support procedures and train users in the proper use of hardware and software
- Interact with vendors and team members at the technical level, as required
- Implement and enforce all cyber security policies and procedures
- Research and recommend current and future technology resources, purchases, and services to meet the organization's needs as requested. Assist in analyzing design and network models as needed
- Deploy and update company-wide software
- Manage servers and operating systems
- Implement security measures
- Manage physical and cloud network storage
- Participate in an after hours rotating call schedule
- Regular attendance and punctuality for scheduled shifts
- Must always adhere to safety protocols
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the IT Director
- Experience working well independently and in a team setting
- Excellent problem solving and relationship building
- Ability to work on many problems and tasks at the same time and to quickly resolve problems
- Ability to adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment, and techniques to accomplish the requirements of the position.
- Critical Thinking, Time Management, Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Bachelor's degree in a field related to computer or information science
- Four (4) years of experience in network Engineering and Administration
- VMWare administration experience preferred
- Significant years of direct network administration work experience and certifications may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Advanced networking skills in organizing, installing, and supporting an organization's computer network, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), network segments, intranets, and other data communication systems
- Advanced analytical skills when evaluating networks and systems to make sure that they perform reliably and to anticipate requirements as customers' needs change
- Advanced security knowledge
- Ability to describe problems and their solutions to non-IT workers
- Ability to use analysis and critical thinking in order to assess processes and recommend effective and efficient solutions
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Plan with Employer Contribution
- Health Reimbursement Account Funded by Employer
- Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Life and AD&D Insurance 100% Employer Paid
- Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance for Employee, Spouse & Child(ren)
- Short and Long Term Disability 100% Employer Paid
- 401k with Employer Match
- Employee Assistance Program