Network Administrator

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
• Provide problem-solving services to network users
• Perform routine network start up and close down and maintain control records
• Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations
• Set up local area networks and connections to the Internet
• Supervise technical staff
• Conduct tests and perform security and quality controls

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Device drivers
• Networking software
• Networking hardware
• Internet
• MS Office
• MS Windows

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player