Network Infrastructure Administrator Associate
Network Infrastructure Administrator Associate
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26-07-2025
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Job Description
The Network Infrastructure Administrator Associate works onsite and forms part of the globally distributed Network Infrastructure team and assists with designing building implementing and administering NOIRLabs information technology Network Infrastructure supporting end-users and telescope operations.
Essential Functions
- Supports the execution of initiatives in Network Infrastructure planning performance analysis administration and tuning for the NOIRLab network infrastructure.
- Assists with testing and validation of system designs and enhancements.
- Contributes to the design and definition of standards processes and procedures by which NOIRLabs information technology systems and staff conform and operate.
- Provides project assistance on consultation and execution related to the delivery of technological innovation to the observatory and supports the successful and sustainable implementation of the Network Infrastructure.
- Possesses an awareness and knowledge of new technologies systems methods and processes and channels this information through NOIRLabs ITOps to pursue system innovation efficiency stability and scalability.
- Assists with technical documentation of system designs and architecture.
- Installs terminates and verifies connectivity of physical infrastructure such as Ethernet and fiber cables cable drops and patch panels; monitors network performance and configures network infrastructure to support network access for NOIRLab staff.
- Utilizes processes procedures checklists best practices and presentations. Observes change/configuration control systems.
- All AURA employees are responsible for the proper management and control of all AURA property within their work area whether assigned to them or someone else. This responsibility includes reporting any known missing stolen or non-working property in their work area to their supervisor or the AURA Property Officer.
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with government award terms and conditions assigned to this position or subordinates of this position.
Other Functions
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in computer science related field or equivalent experience.
- 2-3 years of experience in enterprise-scale Network Infrastructure support.
- Experience in Layer 2 (L2) and Layer 3 (L3) networking firewall administration ACL management zero-trust networking techniques and (Network) infrastructure-as-code.
- Experience supporting IT operations including distributed data centers information systems support (network systems) and shared services
- Experience working with IT policies and standards or equivalent.
- Experience working with physical network infrastructure (fiber fiber termination testing ethernet structured cabling).
- Must possess a working knowledge of enterprise-scale information technology best practices and the ability to provide related support and integration.
- Experience with tier 3 or tier 4 data center methodologies and IT component administration.
- Experience in information systems change control information technology performance management IT infrastructure management/improvement and process development.
- Project experience in various system administration disciplines such as architecture design and analysis as well as system monitoring.
- Possess a broad knowledge of industry-standard platforms and the ability to provide integration and support for enterprise infrastructure.
- Ability to communicate and work well with customers and stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Able to execute multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
- Able to work with continual deadline pressure handle complex technical issues and provide timely solutions.
- Possess strong skills and background related to supporting and design of enterprise-scale information systems.
- Must have a valid Drivers License; clean driving record; ability to drive a 4-wheel drive vehicle
Desired
- Knowledge of Spanish
- Professional certifications such as CCNA CCNP ITIL Prince2 PMP or similar
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; and talk; or hear.
- The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl.
- The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Must possess - sufficient mobility strength or dexterity in both arms and hands and both legs to a) reach upward sideways downward to work with paper files; b) sufficient mobility and dexterity to utilize computer systems fax machines copiers and other office machines.
- Must possess 1) ability to read and understand instructions drawings safety guides and other written materials necessary to perform job; 2) sufficient visual capacity to perform the applicable functions without assistance of visual aids other than eye contacts or eye glasses; 3) sufficient spoken aural capacity to hear and understand instructions warning bells fire alarms or shouted instructions without assistance of auditory aids other than a hearing aid; and 4) ability to impart information orally so that others understand and can respond appropriately.
- Must possess sufficient mobility strength or dexterity in both arms and hands and both legs to a) grasp push pull turn or otherwise manipulate tools and mechanisms; b) push shove pull or otherwise safely and efficiently manipulate tools or mechanisms; c) lift hold maneuver objects of 50 lbs or more; d) maintain balance while performing work; e) remove parts systems tools of 50 lbs or more
- Some travel may be necessary in or outside the contiguous United States.
- Occasional work at summit locations ranging from 6800 to 14000 altitude
Salary Range
$38.08 - $42.02 per hour. The final salary will depend on skills qualification experience and job location.
AURA offers an excellent benefits package including paid time off and retirement contributions competitive salary commensurate with experience and a very attractive work environment. Details on benefits can be found at Benefits by Location - Aura Human Resources.
How to Apply
Apply by August 8 2025for priority consideration. This position will remain open until it is filled. Please submit a cover letter and a CV or resume PDF files preferred. Please name any attachments with the following format: LastName DocName.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
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