Network Administrator at Wood Patel & Associates Inc

Phoenix, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Network Infrastructure Management, Server Maintenance, Firewall Management, VPN Connections, System Performance Monitoring, Windows Servers, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Network Security Monitoring, Patch Management, Disaster Recovery, Infrastructure Upgrades, User Account Configuration, Network Documentation, TCP/IP, VLANs

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Description Wood, Patel & Associates, Inc. (WOODPATEL), Arizona’s #1 ranked civil engineering firm for over 23 consecutive years and recognized as one of the Best Places to Work, is seeking a Network Administrator to join our IT team. The Network Administrator will be responsible for maintaining and supporting the firm’s network infrastructure, ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our systems. This role will work closely with the IT Manager and internal teams to support our growing organization and maintain the technology systems that enable our engineers and professionals to deliver high-quality work to our clients. Responsibilities Manage and maintain the company’s network infrastructure, including servers, switches, firewalls, wireless networks, and VPN connections. Monitor system performance and ensure network availability and reliability across all offices and remote connections. Maintain and support Windows servers, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365 environments. Assist with network security monitoring, patch management, and vulnerability mitigation. Troubleshoot network connectivity and system performance issues. Support backups, disaster recovery systems, and data protection procedures. Work with IT leadership to implement infrastructure upgrades and technology improvements with a security first mindset Assist with onboarding new employees by configuring network access, user accounts, and system permissions. Maintain documentation of network architecture, systems, and procedures. Coordinate with external vendors and service providers when necessary. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred. 3–5 years of experience managing network infrastructure in a professional environment. Experience managing Windows Server environments, monitoring, and troubleshooting server-related issues Experience with user and group management, permissions, authentication troubleshooting, and Group Policy Administration of Entra ID, user identity management, and understanding of hybrid identity environments Knowledge of networking concepts including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, and firewalls. Experience with network monitoring tools and backup solutions. Familiarity with virtualization environments such as VMware or Hyper-V, including managing virtual machines Ability to recognize and escalate potential security issues or alerts Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Benefits Competitive pay Generous PTO plan Health, dental, vision 401(k) with employer matching Long-term disability/short-term disability/life insurance In-house training events Employee appreciation and team building events WOODPATEL is committed to our community and as such we match employee contributions to St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance, the world’s first food bank, founded in Phoenix, Arizona. WOODPATEL is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a company that is committed to innovative growth and improving lives in the communities where we live and work? At WOODPATEL, our people are our most important resource. We believe in empowering every member of our team to reach their highest potential. Our staff of accomplished professionals rewards creative problem solving, promotes ongoing professional growth and development, and provides opportunities for our employees to elevate their careers within our organization. We pride ourselves on our close-knit office community we have developed over 40 years in business as we continue to create a dynamic, exciting, and rewarding work environment.

Responsibilities

The Network Administrator will manage and maintain the firm’s network infrastructure, including servers, switches, firewalls, and VPN connections, while ensuring system reliability and performance across all offices. This role involves supporting Windows servers, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365 environments, assisting with security monitoring, and troubleshooting connectivity issues.