Network Administrator

Work setting

• Construction company

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Maintain, troubleshoot and administer the use of local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), mainframe networks and computer workstations and peripheral equipment
• Evaluate and install computer hardware, networking software and operating system software
• Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks and to co-ordinate access and use of computer networks
• Provide problem-solving services to network users
• Implement data, software and hardware security procedures
• Perform routine network start up and close down and maintain control records
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and upgrade Web-server hardware and software
• Implement network traffic and security monitoring software, and optimize server performance
• Modify Web pages, applets and scripts
• Respond to requests for help and information from Website visitors and Website designers

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Networking software
• Networking security
• Security software
• Programming software
• Database software

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Long term benefits

• Life insurance