Network/System Administrator - Multiple Positions

Unclassified - Smethport, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Smethport, PA

About the position

Seneca Highlands IU9 is seeking a highly capable and forward-thinking Network/System Administrator to join our team in providing essential services to school districts in Potter County. This role is pivotal in driving technology improvements within the school districts by collaborating closely with leadership teams, faculty, and staff members. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining the network and server infrastructure, ensuring reliable and secure connectivity, and supporting all IT systems critical to the educational environment. The Network/System Administrator will design, implement, and manage network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, and wireless networks. They will ensure the security and integrity of the network through firewalls, VPNs, and other security measures. Monitoring network performance and troubleshooting issues will be key to maintaining optimal uptime and performance. Additionally, the administrator will manage and maintain servers, including Windows Server, Linux, and virtualization platforms, oversee data storage, backup, and disaster recovery solutions, and implement and maintain network access controls, user authentication, and authorization protocols. This position also involves supporting the deployment and maintenance of educational software and applications, providing technical support and training to staff and students on network and system-related issues, and maintaining documentation of network configurations, processes, and procedures. Collaboration with the IT team to plan and execute technology projects and upgrades is also a critical aspect of this role.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, and wireless networks.
• Ensure the security and integrity of the network through firewalls, VPNs, and other security measures.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to maintain optimal uptime and performance.
• Manage and maintain servers, including Windows Server, Linux, and virtualization platforms.
• Oversee data storage, backup, and disaster recovery solutions.
• Implement and maintain network access controls, user authentication, and authorization protocols.
• Support the deployment and maintenance of educational software and applications.
• Provide technical support and training to staff and students on network and system-related issues.
• Maintain documentation of network configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Collaborate with the IT team to plan and execute technology projects and upgrades.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Five years of IT experience with a strong background in network infrastructure planning, systems administration, and technology procurement.
• Highly organized and self-motivated to complete projects.
• Effective communicator with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical staff.
• Capable of working independently and within teams.
• Skilled in supporting, training, and developing technical staff.
• Detail-oriented with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Committed to maintaining confidentiality on sensitive information.