Network Administrator, Information Technology

February 13, 2012

Overview

Z Microsystems is shaping the field-ready display, image processing, and computer systems market – a growing segment of the multi-billion dollar worldwide deployable computing market. From ruggedized electronics to Real Time Enhanced Visualization; our visual solutions, computer systems, storage devices, and other customizable electronics applications are leading the way in the military and medical industries.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence in customer responsiveness, innovation, product quality, and on-time delivery. Our technology and innovation continue to steer the evolution and keep us on the competitive edge of this field-ready computing market. Come see how you can be a part of this high-paced and exciting industry. For more information come visit us at Zmicro.com.

Z Microsystems is seeking a qualified candidate for this challenging and rewarding Network Administrator position.

Essential Job Functions:

• Oversees the day-to-day operation of computer networks including hardware/software support, training, and special projects; plans, designs and implements data connectivity for local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) systems.
• Provide continuous monitoring on health of network, troubleshooting, and correction as needed.
• Monitor system capacity and performance metrics.
• Maintain Windows 2003/2008 Servers and Active Directory as needed.
• Perform periodic administration and maintenance of email system.
• Perform network user and resource (e.g. printers) administration tasks.
• Perform hardware and software upgrades as needed including testing, package builds, and implementations.
• Submit periodic reports to the Information Technology Manager.
• Experience with Linux.

Project Management & Help Desk

• Take ownership for escalated Help Desk cases to resolution as needed.
• Prioritize case load based on criticality and established service level agreements.
• Work with third party vendors on project implementation; facilitate hand off from implementation to ongoing support, upgrades, and maintenance of hardware/software.

Documentation and Disaster Recovery

• Maintain hardware, software, and maintenance contract inventory.
• Maintain accurate and detailed network documentation including diagrams, procedures, etc.
• Ensures data backups complete according to schedule.
• Perform periodic disaster recovery testing of network hardware and applications.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• Microsoft and Cisco certifications
• Minimum 3+ years Cisco technical network engineering experience.
• Minimum 3+ experience in the following networking protocols: IP, Spanning Tree, IGRP, EIGRP, RIP, RIP2, OSPF, H.323, MGCP, and HSRP.
• Minimum 5+ years experience in the following WAN transport data/voice technologies: T-1 POTS, ISDN-PRI/BRI, Frame Relay, ATM, DS-3, MPLS.
• Minimum 3+ years experience in the following Cisco products: 3500 series and Catalyst switches, 2600 and 3600 series routers, Cisco ASA Firewall.
• Minimum of 5 years hands on experience utilizing Windows 2003/2008, and should include Network Design and Administration in a large corporate multi-platform environment.
• Must have a strong understanding of Networking Concepts to include TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and AD.
• Must have extensive experience with Microsoft products and Technologies to include SQL Server 2007, Exchange 2003/2007, and IIS.
• Previous experience with VMware ESX server, NetApp NAS, Juniper VPN Networking, Evault Data Backup software highly preferred.

In addition to competitive compensation, Z Micro offers a benefits package which includes generous Personal Time Off, medical/dental/vision insurance, a performance-oriented incentive plan, and the option to participate in our company-sponsored 401(k) plan.
If your experience and qualifications meet the requirements above and you are interested in the Network Administrator position, please email us your resume and cover letter at careers@zmicro.com.

Network Administrator
Number of Openings: 1
Location: San Diego, CA
Compensation: Competitive w/ Performance-Oriented Incentive Plan
Job Type: Permanent
Start Date: Available Immediately
Z Microsystems is an EOE.