Network Administrator
Network Administrator
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15-03-2025
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Job Description
Employment Opportunity: Network Administrator
Location: Halifax NS
Salary Range:$60000.00 annually
Employment Term: Contract Hire Date March 31 2026 (possibility of renewal) Full time hours 35 hours/ week)
General Description:
Mikmaw Native Friendship Centre is centrally located in the urban Indigenous community of Halifax and is looking for One 1 Network Administrator.
The Network Administrator will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing the organizations network infrastructure to ensure reliable and secure connectivity for all staff partners and communities we serve. This includes overseeing the installation configuration and maintenance of network hardware and software troubleshooting network issues and implementing security measures. The role will also involve providing support to endusers and collaborating with other IT staff to ensure the organizations systems are running efficiently and securely.
The Mikmaw Native Friendship Centre is a fast paced and dynamic work environment this position requires great problem solving time management and organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Network Management:
- Design implement and maintain local area networks (LANs) wide area networks (WANs) and wireless networks (WiFi).
- Configure and manage routers switches firewalls VPNs and other network devices to ensure optimal performance.
- Monitor network performance and address issues such as connectivity problems bandwidth limitations and downtime.
- Conduct regular network audits to identify and address vulnerabilities ensuring a secure and stable environment.
- Technical Support and Troubleshooting:
- Provide technical support to staff and users troubleshooting network issues software and hardware problems.
- Manage and resolve incidents related to network connectivity ensuring minimal disruption to daytoday operations.
- Collaborate with IT team members to develop solutions to improve network reliability and user experience.
- Network Security:
- Implement and enforce network security protocols and policies to protect organizational data and resources from external threats.
- Regularly update and patch network devices to prevent security breaches.
- Monitor network traffic for signs of unauthorized access or malicious activity and take corrective action as needed.
- Support compliance with data privacy regulations and organizational security standards.
- Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain detailed records of network configurations diagrams and procedures.
- Provide regular updates and reports on network performance security incidents and project status to management.
- Assist in the development of disaster recovery and backup plans to ensure data integrity and availability.
- Collaboration and Training:
- Work closely with other IT staff and departments to align network infrastructure with organizational goals and objectives.
- Offer training and support to staff on networkrelated topics including troubleshooting and best practices.
- Support Indigenous community initiatives by assisting in the deployment of network solutions that enhance accessibility and community engagement.
Qualifications:
- Education:
- Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Network Administration or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Certifications such as CompTIA Network Cisco CCNA or similar are preferred.
- Experience:
- 24 years of experience in network administration or a related IT role.
- Strong experience with network devices (routers switches firewalls etc. and technologies (TCP/IP VPN DNS DHCP etc..
- Proven ability to manage and troubleshoot complex network infrastructures.
- Skills:
- Knowledge of network security principles and best practices.
- Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g. SolarWinds PRTG Nagios).
- Proficient in troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues.
- Valid Nova Scotia Drivers License a vehicle and proof of insurance required for this role
Preferred:
- Experience working in a nonprofit or communityfocused environment.
- Familiarity with specific Indigenous community needs and how technology can support them.
- Knowledge of cloudbased network solutions and remote work infrastructure.
Submit Resume to: Ancestry is an asset must selfidentify
Application Deadline: March 27th 2025
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel working within this job title.
The Mikmaw Native Friendship Centre is an equal opportunity employer; and complies with all fair employment practices laws. We are committed to providing a workplace free form unlawful discrimination and harassment and prohibit the same against employees applicants or other covered persons by coworkers supervisors managers or third parties based on a persons race color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin ancestry age veterans status disability unrelated to job requirements ethnicity genetic information military service political affiliation marital status and pregnancy or other protected status.
Qualified Indigenous applicants will be given priority in accordance with the Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission. The Mikmaw Native Friendship Centre (MNFC) reserves the right to refuse all applications for employment. The MNFC will not assume any expenses related to this or any job application process included and not limited to travel relocation and application development.
Only those applicants who are screened in for an interview will be contacted.
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