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Network Administrator Associate at Heir Media Corp | HM Strategic Consulting Network Administrator Associate at Heir Media Corp | HM Strategic Consulting in Macon, Georgia Posted in 9 days ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Description:
Role OverviewThe Network Administrator Associate is to support the daily operations of our Cisco-based network infrastructure in the Macon, GA area. You will be responsible for monitoring network performance, assisting with hardware deployments, and providing initial troubleshooting for connectivity issues.
Core Qualifications Education:
A bachelors degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related technical field is typically required. A relevant professional certifications or 4+ years of full-time experience can often substitute for parts of the educational requirement. Required Cisco Certifications The following certifications are industry standards for validating skills in a Cisco-heavy environment: CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate): The baseline requirement for most entry-to-mid-level roles. It validates foundational knowledge in routing, switching, and wireless access. CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional): Highly preferred for mid-to-senior analysts. It demonstrates deeper expertise in specific areas like Enterprise Networking or Security. Essential Technical Skills Candidates should demonstrate hands-on experience with:
Hardware:
Expertise with Cisco Catalyst Switches (e.g., 6500, 4500 series), ASR/ISR Routers, Cisco 3110 Firewall, and Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC).
Protocols:
Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and VLAN trunking.
Network Analysis Tools:
Proficiency in using tools like Wireshark for packet analysis and SolarWinds for performance monitoring.
Connectivity Services:
Configuring and troubleshooting VPNs, DNS, DHCP, and MPLS environments.
Key Responsibilities Monitoring & Performance:
Analyzing network traffic to identify bottlenecks and ensure 24/7-365 reliability for mission-critical operations.
Security Implementation:
Managing Cisco ASA or Firepower firewalls, testing VPN stability, and ensuring compliance with federal security standards like
NIST SP 800-171.
Troubleshooting:
Acting as a Tier II or Tier III escalation point for complex connectivity and data flow issues. recblid fykjehraonypxy2tbg4qu46epqpls7