Network Operations Administrator II

Company: Paycom Payroll Llc
Location: Grapevine
Posted on: January 9, 2022

Job Description:

Manages campus networks and related hardware and software; responsible for maintenance subscriptions and licensing, manages and configures Access and Distribution layer devices for the User Networks; procures and manages data center circuits; keeps accurate network documentation, and works to maximize uptime and efficiency.RESPONSIBILITIESNetwork Operations:

• Establishing user network specifications by conferring with users; analyzing workflow, access, information, and security requirements; network device administration, including interface configuration and routing protocols.
• Maintaining peak network performance through monitoring and analysis, evaluating availability, utilization, throughput, and latency of the campus networks.
• Executing the selection, installation, configuration, and testing of networking equipment; helps define network policies and procedures.
• Managing projects for the setup of new networks and procurement of data center circuits.
• Meeting regularly with providers for project updates and providing direction to vendors.
• Troubleshooting network problems and escalating problems to vendors.
• Securing network by implementing network access protocols, monitoring, control, and evaluation; maintaining documentation.
• Supporting peers and users on network related topics and technologies.
• Driving network enhancements by conferring with vendors; developing, testing, evaluating, and installing the enhancements.
• Meeting fiscal requirements by adhering to defined budgets.
• Continually growing job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; staying up to date with industry standards and new technologies; reading professional publications.
• Protecting the organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Accomplishing organization goals by accepting ownership for completing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Managing work and priorities through ticketing system and workflows to complete customer requests and projects.DOCUMENTATION
  • Documents specific duties, activities, problems solved and issues resolved
  • Assists in the documentation of the network, applications and resources on the network in conjunction with the public service staff.
  • Train team members on Paycom infrastructure and best practices.MISCELLANEOUS
    • Attends meetings and serves on committees, as requested.
    • Performs additional duties and assignments as requested
    • Some afterhours work is requiredEducation/Certification:
      • Bachelors Degree Required.
      • High School graduate required.
      • CCNA PreferredExperience Required:
        • 1-2 years of Network Administration in addition to:
        • 1-2 years general IT experienceKnowledge of:
          • Cisco Network Administration
          • LAN/WAN-TCP/IP,MPLS,VPN
          • Network Performance Tuning
          • Cisco IOS
          • Thousand-Eyes Network Monitoring
          • Network Security Practices and Concepts
          • Wireless Networking
          • Monitoring and Alerting
          • Solarwinds Product Family
          • Data and Voice Circuit Communications and Management
          • Emerging Technology TrendsSkills/Abilities:
            • Listen to team members and communicate instructions effectively.
            • Ability to manage multiple jobs/projects at the same time.
            • Strong ability prioritize and execute daily tasks
            • Ability to take proactive steps in managing problems.
            • Evaluate critical systems, prioritize workflow and determine solutions
            • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
            • Interpret and apply laws, regulations and policies
            • Read and understand technical manuals
            • Work for extended time at keyboard/terminal
            • Maintain effective working relationships with supervisor and coworkers
            • Work flexible hours, including weekends and eveningsPaycom is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Paycom makes employment decisions on the basis of business needs, job requirements, individual qualifications and merit. Paycom wants to have the best available people in every job. Therefore, Paycom does not permit its employees to harass, discriminate or retaliate against other employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, military and veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic, reproductive health decisions, family or parental status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation benefits, and separation of employment. The Human Resources Department has overall responsibility for this policy and maintains reporting and monitoring procedures. Any questions or concerns should be referred to the Human Resources Department. ****To learn more about Paycom's affirmative action policy, equal employment opportunity, or to request an accommodation - Click on the link to find more information: paycom.com/careers/eeoc

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