Description

Description

If you are an experienced Senior Network Administrator looking for an exciting new opportunity, we have the perfect role for you!

The Senior Network Administrator plays a crucial role for overseeing server infrastructure, networking, digital applications, managing data backups, implementing security measures, and collaborating with vendors/internal stakeholders. Their primary objective is to ensure the firm’s computer network is secure, accessible, and functioning properly for employees to perform their daily job functions efficiently. The Senior Network Administrator must have strong technical knowledge and experience in network administration, as well as excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in Network and Server Administration, a technical degree, and proficiency in Microsoft Windows networking and Azure cloud. Additional qualifications in Azure administration, Cisco certification (CCNA), and experience with Palo Alto Firewalls, VPN, and data leakage prevention systems are preferred.
• HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT: RICHMOND OR NEWPORT NEWS, VA OFFICE LOCATION.*

PBMares Core Values:
• Integrity
• Trust
• Respect
• Accountability
• Caring

PBMares Core Values:
• Integrity
• Trust
• Respect
• Accountability
• Caring

What that means for you:
• Full benefits: medical, dental, 401K match
• Paid Time Off
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Flexible work schedule to include hybrid work environment.
• Summer Hours! Half days on Friday (based on a minimum 40 hour work week)
• Company investment of a minimum of 40 hours learning and development annually
• Path to Partner Program
• CPA Certification reimbursement and bonus program
• The opportunity to grow and shape the future of the firm

The Senior Network Administrator's responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Installs, configures, tests, and maintains servers (on-premises and Azure), storage systems (IaaS, SaaS, and on-premises), communications and collaboration systems, and related networking equipment.
• Monitors scheduled jobs and infrastructure assets output for completeness, accuracy, and errors.
• Performs all critical data backups and secures data according to established procedures.
• Installs firmware and security updates on endpoints, servers, printers, and related networking equipment.
• Manages software applications and targeted packaging for endpoint deployment.
• Configures and maintains Microsoft Active Directory (AD and ADFS), Identity management system, and directory services.
• Installs, configures, and maintains Data Leakage Prevention (DLP) software, Firewalls, Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam, Antimalware, etc. for maximum network, endpoint, and data protection.
• Maintains Unified Communications, VoIP, and any related equipment, services, and platforms.
• Implements and integrates new and existing applications for centralized and secure identity management; configures and manages multi-factor authentication system.Troubleshoots and resolves issues with network switches and edge connectivity devices across multiple office locations.
• Work in collaboration with ISO and maintain all data used for redundancy efforts and assist with remediation efforts as a result of test findings and risk assessments.
• Assists with software upgrades and installations.
• Creates scripts for automation of common tasks.
• Set up Backup schedules of data and server images and review logs.
• Apply Server patches and OS updates and maintenance on both physical and virtual servers.
• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot virtual desktop environments (VDI on-premise and Cloud).
• Configure Internet/VPN connectivity and troubleshoot issues.
• Perform network software implementation projects as assigned.
• Work closely with vendors and consultants on new firm initiatives; schedule meetings and working sessions and provide updates of progress to the Director of Technology Operations or CIO.
• Provide new staff network and security training as directed by L&D during New Hire Orientation
• Set up and configure Email profiles and troubleshoot firm email issues.
• Lead Project implementations as assigned.
• Serve as a Level 2 and 3 support for end-user support and helpdesk and Network technicians.

Position Requirements

What you need:
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or Associate’s in Computer Science or Networking.
• 5+ years of recent experience as a Network (Cisco) and Server (Microsoft) Administration.Experience with Microsoft Windows networking; networking hardware such as servers, routers, and switches; and Microsoft Office.
• 3+ years of experience managing hybrid infrastructure (Azure cloud and Citrix cloud).
• 5+ Years experience with administering AD and/or directory services.
• 2+ years’ experience administering and integrating MFA, SSO, and firewall administration.

Bonus Points:
• Bachelor’s degree in computer or information science or related field.
• Azure Administrator Associate and/or Azure Developer Associate
• Experience with managing and administering Palo Alto Firewalls, VPN, and Barracuda Anti-spam systems.
• Experience working with Forcepoint Data Leakage Prevention (DLP) and CrowdStrike Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems.
• Cisco certified—CCNA.

About the Organization Your future, our focus! If you're looking to join a firm that is as committed to you as we are to our clients, keep reading! At PBMares you'll find great people, challenging work, rewarding opportunities and a culture that embraces integrity, creativity, and teamwork. We're a perennial top-100 firm according to Inside Public Accounting and Accounting Today recently named us one of the fastest growing firms overall. Continuous learning, work-life balance, and challenging opportunities are just a start. We're over 300 strong in 12 offices across Virginia, Maryland, and North Carolina and we are looking for new teammates.

EOE Statement Our Firm’s policy is to provide equal opportunity for employment to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

Must be authorized to work in the United States permanently without the requirements of sponsorship at any point in the future.

Responsibilities

• The Senior Network Administrator plays a crucial role for overseeing server infrastructure, networking, digital applications, managing data backups, implementing security measures, and collaborating with vendors/internal stakeholders
• Their primary objective is to ensure the firm’s computer network is secure, accessible, and functioning properly for employees to perform their daily job functions efficiently
• Caring
• Installs, configures, tests, and maintains servers (on-premises and Azure), storage systems (IaaS, SaaS, and on-premises), communications and collaboration systems, and related networking equipment
• Monitors scheduled jobs and infrastructure assets output for completeness, accuracy, and errors
• Performs all critical data backups and secures data according to established procedures
• Installs firmware and security updates on endpoints, servers, printers, and related networking equipment
• Manages software applications and targeted packaging for endpoint deployment
• Configures and maintains Microsoft Active Directory (AD and ADFS), Identity management system, and directory services
• Installs, configures, and maintains Data Leakage Prevention (DLP) software, Firewalls, Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam, Antimalware, etc. for maximum network, endpoint, and data protection
• Maintains Unified Communications, VoIP, and any related equipment, services, and platforms
• Implements and integrates new and existing applications for centralized and secure identity management; configures and manages multi-factor authentication system
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues with network switches and edge connectivity devices across multiple office locations
• Work in collaboration with ISO and maintain all data used for redundancy efforts and assist with remediation efforts as a result of test findings and risk assessments
• Assists with software upgrades and installations
• Creates scripts for automation of common tasks
• Set up Backup schedules of data and server images and review logs
• Apply Server patches and OS updates and maintenance on both physical and virtual servers
• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot virtual desktop environments (VDI on-premise and Cloud)
• Configure Internet/VPN connectivity and troubleshoot issues
• Perform network software implementation projects as assigned
• Work closely with vendors and consultants on new firm initiatives; schedule meetings and working sessions and provide updates of progress to the Director of Technology Operations or CIO
• Provide new staff network and security training as directed by L&D during New Hire Orientation
• Set up and configure Email profiles and troubleshoot firm email issues
• Lead Project implementations as assigned
• Serve as a Level 2 and 3 support for end-user support and helpdesk and Network technicians

Qualifications

• The Senior Network Administrator must have strong technical knowledge and experience in network administration, as well as excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in Network and Server Administration, a technical degree, and proficiency in Microsoft Windows networking and Azure cloud
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or Associate’s in Computer Science or Networking
• 5+ years of recent experience as a Network (Cisco) and Server (Microsoft) Administration
• Experience with Microsoft Windows networking; networking hardware such as servers, routers, and switches; and Microsoft Office
• 3+ years of experience managing hybrid infrastructure (Azure cloud and Citrix cloud)
• 5+ Years experience with administering AD and/or directory services
• 2+ years’ experience administering and integrating MFA, SSO, and firewall administration
• Bachelor’s degree in computer or information science or related field
• Azure Administrator Associate and/or Azure Developer Associate
• Experience with managing and administering Palo Alto Firewalls, VPN, and Barracuda Anti-spam systems
• Experience working with Forcepoint Data Leakage Prevention (DLP) and CrowdStrike Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems
• Must be authorized to work in the United States permanently without the requirements of sponsorship at any point in the future

Educational Requirements

• Bachelors Degree

Benefits

• Full benefits: medical, dental, 401K match
• Paid Time Off
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Flexible work schedule to include hybrid work environment
• Company investment of a minimum of 40 hours learning and development annually
• Path to Partner Program
• CPA Certification reimbursement and bonus program
• The opportunity to grow and shape the future of the firm