Network Specialist

Location:

Shelbyville, TN Salary:

$75,000.00 USD Annually - $95,000.00

USD Annually Description:

Hands-on Network Administrator to manage and support the organization's network infrastructure, connectivity, and security environment. This individual will serve as the primary network resource within a small IT team and will be responsible for maintaining Fortinet-based networking systems, VPN connectivity, firewall administration, and multi-site communications. This is not a pure network engineering role. The selected candidate will also participate in general IT operations, support end users, manage help desk tickets, and assist with infrastructure-related projects. The environment is highly collaborative and requires someone who is comfortable balancing network administration with hands-on user support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Administer and maintain Fortinet infrastructure including FortiGate, FortiSwitch, and FortiAP environments Manage firewall configurations, policies, NAT rules, and network security controls Configure and troubleshoot SSL VPN and IPSec tunnel connectivity Support WAN connectivity, dual ISP environments, failover configurations, and site-to-site networking Monitor network performance, availability, and security Troubleshoot routing, switching, VLAN, subnetting, and connectivity issues Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures Coordinate with vendors, service providers, and hardware manufacturers for support and escalations Participate in ERP/EDI migration initiatives from a network infrastructure perspective Assist with future AWS/cloud integration projects Support end users, ticketing systems, mobile devices, and general IT operations as needed

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

6+ years of relevant experience OR 4+ years with a Bachelor's degree Strong Fortinet administration experience (most important requirement) Firewall configuration and management IPSec VPN configuration and troubleshooting VLANs, routing, switching, subnetting, and network architecture Ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve network issues Experience supporting Windows environments and Active Directory Strong communication and customer service skills

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

AWS or cloud infrastructure exposure Cisco networking experience CCNA and/or CCNP certifications Fortinet NSE certifications Experience with dual ISP environments UniFi wireless bridge technologies Network monitoring tools SAP ERP and/or Radley EDI exposure

TEAM & ENVIRONMENT

Small IT team (approximately 3 members) Manufacturing facility supporting roughly 350 employees Fast-paced, hands-on environment Regular interaction with end users and production personnel Participation in after-hours support when critical issues arise Requires someone comfortable working both in office and production floor environments By providing your phone number, you consent to: (1) receive automated text messages and calls from the Judge Group, Inc. and its affiliates (collectively "Judge") to such phone number regarding job opportunities, your job application, and for other related purposes. Message & data rates apply and message frequency may vary. Consistent with Judge's Privacy Policy, information obtained from your consent will not be shared with third parties for marketing/promotional purposes. Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from Judge and HELP for help.

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